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OY55 DTF

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Petrol 4172cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

110,586 mi
Last recorded110,586 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY55 DTF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,172cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2017 110,586 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2016 103,267 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 88,433 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 76,521 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Aug 2014 76,518 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 May 2013 71,753 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 May 2012 59,868 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2011 42,763 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 33,858 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 33,858 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2009 26,405 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 26,405 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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OY55 DTF is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 4,172cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OY55 DTF, 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

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What year was OY55 DTF registered?

OY55 DTF is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 13 October 2005.

Is OY55 DTF safe to buy?

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