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OV03 GFZ

2003 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

122,765 mi
Last recorded122,765 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton66,175 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV03 GFZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2018 122,765 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2018 122,765 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 118,680 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 15 Feb 2017 118,671 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Feb 2016 115,758 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 107,293 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 96,044 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 83,260 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2011 66,190 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 43,829 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 32,845 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both o/s tryes low inner edges

Pass 30 Aug 2007 23,799 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 30 Aug 2006 14,543 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 14,543 miles

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

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

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 GFZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 3,189cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 OV03 GFZ, 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 OV03 GFZ registered?

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

Is OV03 GFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV03 GFZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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