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OY55 PFJ

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Blue Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

180,942 mi
Last recorded180,942 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY55 PFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 180,942 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2025 180,918 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2025 180,882 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 178,769 miles
Fail 18 May 2024 178,179 miles
Pass 21 May 2023 173,595 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 163,715 miles
Fail 11 May 2022 163,537 miles
Fail 3 May 2022 163,403 miles
Pass 9 May 2021 159,702 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2021 159,330 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 149,582 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 143,128 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 135,503 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 113,297 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 113,297 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 97,475 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 97,132 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 4 Dec 2010 82,894 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 64,036 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 47,810 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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OY55 PFJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Blue with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 PFJ, 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 PFJ registered?

OY55 PFJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 8 September 2005.

Is OY55 PFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY55 PFJ shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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