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VO58 GJZ

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

186,989 mi
Last recorded186,989 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO58 GJZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2018 186,989 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 180,615 miles

Advise; eml on.

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 162,457 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 144,201 miles

no acceleration detected emmision passed

Fail 11 Jun 2014 113,789 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

no acceleration detected emmision passed

Pass 11 Jun 2014 113,789 miles

no acceleration detected emmision passed

Pass 20 May 2013 52,734 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 45,168 miles

both front brake discs worn

offside wiper streaky

slice in nearside front outer tyre wall

Fail 14 Jun 2012 45,168 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front brake discs worn

offside wiper streaky

slice in nearside front outer tyre wall

Pass 21 Jul 2011 35,600 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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VO58 GJZ is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VO58 GJZ, 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.

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What year was VO58 GJZ registered?

VO58 GJZ is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is VO58 GJZ safe to buy?

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