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VN58 NTY

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

111,794 mi
Last recorded111,794 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN58 NTY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 111,794 miles

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

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 104,903 miles

surface rust

Pass 25 Jun 2022 97,651 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 90,434 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2020 82,399 miles
Fail 29 May 2020 82,399 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 79,475 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 76,379 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2017 69,663 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2016 66,424 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Mar 2015 63,501 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 60,430 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 57,238 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 53,501 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 53,501 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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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VN58 NTY is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 VN58 NTY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VN58 NTY registered?

VN58 NTY is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 12 November 2008.

Is VN58 NTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN58 NTY shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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