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VFZ 5182

2004 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Lpg 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

137,802 mi
Last recorded137,802 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2013
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton81,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFZ 5182
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeLpg
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2013 137,802 miles

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

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 17 Jun 2013 137,794 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 May 2012 103,651 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 76,912 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 69,208 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2009 50,585 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 35,820 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 32,694 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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VFZ 5182 is a 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 3,189cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 81,103 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 VFZ 5182, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VFZ 5182 registered?

VFZ 5182 is a 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 11 June 2004.

Is VFZ 5182 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFZ 5182 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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