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OU53 NVB

2003 Volkswagen Phaeton

Purple Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,898 mi
Last recorded55,898 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2012
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton66,175 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU53 NVB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2003
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2012 55,898 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 47,371 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 34,669 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 32,419 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 32,419 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 28,414 miles

Offside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 24,904 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jan 2007 20,502 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 NVB is a 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton in Purple with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 NVB, 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

How do I check the history of OU53 NVB?

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What year was OU53 NVB registered?

OU53 NVB is a 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is OU53 NVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU53 NVB shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OU53 NVB have outstanding finance?

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