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SA55 JSZ

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

119,276 mi
Last recorded119,276 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA55 JSZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2016 119,276 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 116,473 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 108,824 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 108,327 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 103,862 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 100,872 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 84,392 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 84,392 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 65,981 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2008 47,528 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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SA55 JSZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SA55 JSZ, 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 SA55 JSZ registered?

SA55 JSZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is SA55 JSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA55 JSZ 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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