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VE55 PPF

2005 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

142,021 mi
Last recorded142,021 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton88,987 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE55 PPF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2017 142,021 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2016 131,095 miles

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

Fail 21 Dec 2015 130,539 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure hub area (1.9.2a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside wiper deteriorating

Pass 22 Nov 2014 126,106 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 186,551 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Oct 2012 107,690 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 1 Oct 2012 107,690 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 84,303 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 40,582 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 35,443 miles

small cut on o/s/r tyre sidewall

Pass 19 Nov 2008 27,305 miles

Nearside Front 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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VE55 PPF is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VE55 PPF, 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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What year was VE55 PPF registered?

VE55 PPF is a 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 29 November 2005.

Is VE55 PPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE55 PPF shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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