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OV03 GFU

2003 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2023
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

132,317 mi
Last recorded132,317 miles
Recorded on17 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton66,175 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV03 GFU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 17 May 2022 132,317 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2021 118,628 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 116,047 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2019 110,209 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 104,662 miles

Both rear brake discs are worn

Pass 27 Apr 2017 100,772 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 100,771 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner wall. (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 96,083 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine cover fitted

Pass 15 May 2015 83,827 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn on inside edges

Pass 15 May 2014 66,142 miles

possible rear brake pads wearing

Fail 9 May 2014 65,879 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

o/s/r tyre perishing/wearing on edge

possible rear brake pads wearing

Pass 13 May 2013 57,370 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

suspension warning lamp on

Fail 9 May 2013 57,300 miles

Nearside Inner Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 May 2012 51,533 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 51,533 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 May 2011 46,315 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 42,551 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 42,551 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 May 2009 39,298 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 39,298 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Anti-roll bar rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear tyre tread worn down to 2.5mm.[235/55 X R17V]

Offside rear tyre tread worn down to 3mm.[235/55 X R17V]

Pass 15 May 2008 35,963 miles

Link rod bushes deteriorated.

Nearside repeater lamp lens cracked.[in door mirror]

Fail 14 May 2008 35,962 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Link rod bushes deteriorated.

Nearside repeater lamp lens cracked.[in door mirror]

Pass 15 May 2007 32,858 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 32,858 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Pass 3 May 2006 21,378 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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OV03 GFU is a 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 OV03 GFU, 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.

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OV03 GFU is a 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 8 May 2003.

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