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RE56 ZHX

2006 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

139,455 mi
Last recorded139,455 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton89,433 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE56 ZHX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 139,455 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 126,497 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 118,171 miles

engine to clean for emissions result

Pass 29 Apr 2015 107,228 miles

engine to clean for emissions result

Pass 2 May 2014 91,790 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Sep 2013 82,361 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2013 82,361 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 66,494 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 51,878 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 45,835 miles

both front tyres wearing uneven on edges.

front brake pads look low and discs lipped.

Pass 15 Oct 2009 34,926 miles

Nearside Front 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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RE56 ZHX is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RE56 ZHX, 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 RE56 ZHX registered?

RE56 ZHX is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 25 October 2006.

Is RE56 ZHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE56 ZHX 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.

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