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SV08 XSF

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

294,138 mi
Last recorded294,138 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 XSF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc
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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2023 294,138 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 294,132 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2021 168,774 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2021 168,559 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2020 140,896 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2020 139,765 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt to the front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt to the rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2019 133,479 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 131,663 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 131,663 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2017 128,083 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 116,811 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 95,366 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 75,844 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 63,499 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear door not opening from inside

Fail 23 Apr 2013 63,499 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear door not opening from inside

Pass 3 Apr 2012 50,583 miles

o/s/f and n/s/f anti roll bar link bushes worn

Fail 3 Apr 2012 50,583 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

o/s/f and n/s/f anti roll bar link bushes worn

Pass 6 Apr 2011 37,885 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 37,885 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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)

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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SV08 XSF is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SV08 XSF, 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.

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What year was SV08 XSF registered?

SV08 XSF is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 18 April 2008.

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