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OV06 AUT

2006 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 4921cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

166,110 mi
Last recorded166,110 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton89,433 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV06 AUT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,921cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2021 166,110 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear pet transportation box fitted

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer tread (advise early replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Oct 2021 166,107 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear pet transportation box fitted

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer tread (advise early replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 165,998 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 165,557 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged mirror discoloured ()

Pass 24 Oct 2018 165,373 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 165,632 miles

both front tyres showing signs of deterioration

nail in centre tread nearside front tyre

Fail 24 Jul 2017 165,357 miles

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

both front tyres showing signs of deterioration

nail in centre tread nearside front tyre

Pass 18 Jun 2016 163,841 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 156,109 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 149,747 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 142,150 miles

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

o/s/r outer tyre wearing ages n/s/r inner tyre wearing ages

Pass 13 Jan 2012 117,924 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 98,427 miles

front and rear brake pads need renewing

Pass 22 Dec 2009 73,794 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 53,496 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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OV06 AUT is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 4,921cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 89,433 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 OV06 AUT, 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 20 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OV06 AUT registered?

OV06 AUT is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 5 May 2006.

Is OV06 AUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV06 AUT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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