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WU06 GKP

2006 Volkswagen Phaeton

Maroon Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

134,113 mi
Last recorded134,113 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton89,433 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU06 GKP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2006
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 134,113 miles

Engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' Various chips across screen (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 126,746 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 117,712 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

osf tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 11 Jun 2014 110,876 miles

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

osr & nsr tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 7 Jun 2013 102,466 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 94,821 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 94,746 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 85,866 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 75,256 miles

engine warning light permanently displayed* shields on underbody,etc, restrict examination* front tyres worn*

Pass 18 Mar 2009 64,997 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 64,997 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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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WU06 GKP is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton in Maroon with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WU06 GKP, 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 WU06 GKP registered?

WU06 GKP is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 10 March 2006.

Is WU06 GKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU06 GKP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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