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OU53 NUV

2003 Volkswagen Phaeton

Blue Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,539 mi
Last recorded95,539 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton66,175 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU53 NUV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2023 95,539 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 88,065 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 73,413 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2016 71,352 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 66,034 miles

offside rear tyre worn on inside edge on legal limit

Pass 6 Sep 2014 58,205 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 55,575 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Oct 2012 54,347 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 48,948 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 44,592 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 40,432 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 36,130 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 31,887 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 23,969 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Phaeton?

Based on 29,406 MOT tests across 2,246 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
7,146
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,246
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 641
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 514
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 316
Headlamp aim too high 207
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 207
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OU53 NUV is a 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton in Blue with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 66,175 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Phaeton fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 641 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU53 NUV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Phaeton typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OU53 NUV registered?

OU53 NUV is a 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 15 October 2003.

Is OU53 NUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU53 NUV shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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