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RV08 XOR

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

181,075 mi
Last recorded181,075 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 XOR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2023 181,075 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 173,586 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 170,690 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 164,562 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 157,042 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 151,540 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 143,988 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 131,741 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2014 114,627 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2013 95,347 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 74,758 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlight washers not working

Nail in offside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Feb 2012 74,758 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlight washers not working

Nail in offside front tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Feb 2011 53,367 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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RV08 XOR is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 RV08 XOR, 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

How do I check the history of RV08 XOR?

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What year was RV08 XOR registered?

RV08 XOR is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is RV08 XOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV08 XOR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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