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OV56 UTA

2006 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 4921cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

120,981 mi
Last recorded120,981 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2016
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton89,433 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV56 UTA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,921cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2016 120,981 miles

Oil leak engine bay ()

under trays fitted

Pass 4 Dec 2015 106,946 miles

tyres wearing on edges

Pass 26 Nov 2014 94,935 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 85,695 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 71,874 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 56,005 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 42,611 miles

Offside rear brake disc rusty and face surface material coming away.

Pass 17 Nov 2009 49,983 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 49,983 miles

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

Offside Front 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)

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

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

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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OV56 UTA is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 4,921cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OV56 UTA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV56 UTA registered?

OV56 UTA is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 6 December 2006.

Is OV56 UTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV56 UTA shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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