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OU53 NVX

2003 Volkswagen Phaeton

Maroon Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,885 mi
Last recorded115,885 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2009
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton66,175 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU53 NVX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2003
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2009 115,885 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 107,497 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 83,910 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2006 83,402 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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 NVX is a 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton in Maroon with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NVX, 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 NVX?

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What year was OU53 NVX registered?

OU53 NVX is a 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 8 December 2003.

Is OU53 NVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU53 NVX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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