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WH08 SSH

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,961 mi
Last recorded94,961 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWH08 SSH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 94,961 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 91,300 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 82,924 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 78,058 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 74,642 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2020 72,313 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 69,521 miles

both front brake pipe connections corroded

Pass 23 Aug 2018 66,940 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 64,307 miles

Rear nsr/osr tyre perished and cracking

brake pipes covered unable to do full inspection

Fail 16 Aug 2017 64,307 miles

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

Rear nsr/osr tyre perished and cracking

brake pipes covered unable to do full inspection

Pass 30 Aug 2016 61,517 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 58,228 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 58,228 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 20 Aug 2014 54,857 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 54,857 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 50,771 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 45,976 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 37,611 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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WH08 SSH is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WH08 SSH, 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

How do I check the history of WH08 SSH?

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What year was WH08 SSH registered?

WH08 SSH is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 29 August 2008.

Is WH08 SSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for WH08 SSH shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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