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OY08 FFN

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

131,050 mi
Last recorded131,050 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY08 FFN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 131,050 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2025 131,050 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2024 197,507 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 192,334 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 181,672 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 109,021 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2020 107,799 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 99,893 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 84,863 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 75,693 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 66,150 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 62,678 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 58,003 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 52,000 miles

front disc inner face slightly pitted

Pass 2 Jul 2012 46,177 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 36,453 miles

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

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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OY08 FFN is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 OY08 FFN, 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 OY08 FFN registered?

OY08 FFN is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 9 July 2008.

Is OY08 FFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY08 FFN shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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