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OV54 VAO

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,068 mi
Last recorded63,068 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2011
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV54 VAO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2011 63,068 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 56,163 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 48,475 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 15 Jan 2009 40,901 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 31,117 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 31,018 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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OV54 VAO is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 88,987 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 OV54 VAO, 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 21 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 OV54 VAO?

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What year was OV54 VAO registered?

OV54 VAO is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 18 January 2005.

Is OV54 VAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV54 VAO shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OV54 VAO have outstanding finance?

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