MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
118,356 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit @3mm worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @3mm worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit @3mm worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @3mm worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Anti roll bar links showing signs of wear. No excessive play at present
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Phaeton?
Based on 29,406 MOT tests across 2,246 vehicles.
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SW05 EWC is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 SW05 EWC, 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.
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How do I check the history of SW05 EWC?
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What year was SW05 EWC registered?
SW05 EWC is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 31 May 2005.
Is SW05 EWC safe to buy?
The MOT history for SW05 EWC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does SW05 EWC have outstanding finance?
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