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VX56 AEU

2006 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

91,496 mi
Last recorded91,496 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2022
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton89,433 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX56 AEU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2022 91,496 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Outer sill damaged

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 86,579 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 84,293 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 25 Sep 2020 84,293 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 81,601 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 79,048 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 76,715 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 74,796 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit NS/OS (4.1.E.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit NS/OS (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 72,377 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit NS/OS (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2014 68,409 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 63,374 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 59,208 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 50,831 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 41,895 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 34,498 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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VX56 AEU is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 89,433 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 VX56 AEU, 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 20 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 VX56 AEU registered?

VX56 AEU is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is VX56 AEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX56 AEU shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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