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VA54 EKW

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

141,677 mi
Last recorded141,677 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA54 EKW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2018 141,677 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 133,639 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 125,477 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 115,462 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 104,373 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 94,306 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 86,273 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 86,271 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2011 79,513 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 70,952 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 61,077 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 51,272 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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VA54 EKW is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VA54 EKW, 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 VA54 EKW registered?

VA54 EKW is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 17 February 2005.

Is VA54 EKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA54 EKW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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