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PF54 UYC

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Blue Diesel 4921cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

121,066 mi
Last recorded121,066 miles
Recorded on15 May 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF54 UYC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,921cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2020 121,066 miles

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

Undertray fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2016 120,683 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring full inspection of some testable components

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 9 May 2015 115,043 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 109,063 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 94,206 miles

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

front tyres wearing on inner edge.

Pass 7 Jun 2012 80,500 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 64,343 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 64,343 miles

Offside Inner Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Feb 2010 52,137 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 45,531 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 29,096 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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PF54 UYC is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Blue with a 4,921cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 PF54 UYC, 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 PF54 UYC?

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What year was PF54 UYC registered?

PF54 UYC is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 24 February 2005.

Is PF54 UYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for PF54 UYC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PF54 UYC have outstanding finance?

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