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SH54 EKD

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,822 mi
Last recorded87,822 miles
Recorded on12 May 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH54 EKD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 12 May 2015 87,822 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 May 2013 73,914 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 61,198 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 60,990 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 60,976 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 58,849 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 56,359 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 43,532 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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SH54 EKD is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SH54 EKD, 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 SH54 EKD registered?

SH54 EKD is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 10 January 2005.

Is SH54 EKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH54 EKD shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SH54 EKD have outstanding finance?

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