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RV08 XPD

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

101,630 mi
Last recorded101,630 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 XPD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2020 101,630 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2020 101,630 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 99,032 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 95,711 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 87,157 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 76,021 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside front tyre on limit on inner edge

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 7 Aug 2014 54,966 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 35,915 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 22,127 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 19,940 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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 XPD is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 XPD, 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

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What year was RV08 XPD registered?

RV08 XPD is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is RV08 XPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV08 XPD shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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