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WN58 XNX

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

118,034 mi
Last recorded118,034 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN58 XNX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Fail 6 Aug 2024 118,034 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Due to tyre condition. (1.2.1 (g))

Headlamp aim too low Both. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall. Also tyre FLAT. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Marked. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 111,108 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 101,777 miles

Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring view

Pass 18 Sep 2021 97,357 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 92,190 miles

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair HANDBRAKE (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 86,128 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 69,650 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 64,579 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 64,579 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper blade split (8.2.2)

Pass 5 May 2016 59,029 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 May 2015 52,551 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 46,365 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 42,057 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 38,384 miles

slight play to o/s/f lower arm bush

Fail 6 Dec 2012 38,384 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight play to o/s/f lower arm bush

Pass 3 Nov 2011 28,427 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 46,853 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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WN58 XNX is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WN58 XNX, 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 WN58 XNX registered?

WN58 XNX is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 13 November 2008.

Is WN58 XNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WN58 XNX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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