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OV08 AVU

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

170,111 mi
Last recorded170,111 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 AVU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2024 170,111 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2023 164,453 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 159,153 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2021 157,234 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 154,082 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 144,888 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 132,882 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 132,879 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 126,431 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 122,188 miles

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

Nearside mirror glass deteriorated

Rear registration plate has light source which does not illuminate

Pass 10 Sep 2014 99,080 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

mil light illuminated

Pass 21 Mar 2013 62,516 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 8 Mar 2012 50,083 miles

brake fluid level low please top up

nearside front wheel slightly buckled

offside front wheel slightly buckled

Pass 24 Mar 2011 39,213 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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OV08 AVU is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 89,035 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 OV08 AVU, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV08 AVU registered?

OV08 AVU is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is OV08 AVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 AVU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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