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XJZ 3798

2007 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

173,095 mi
Last recorded173,095 miles
Recorded on5 May 2017
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton90,560 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJZ 3798
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2017 173,095 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 100,948 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Jan 2016 100,948 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2015 85,091 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 64,374 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 59,543 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 51,615 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 39,892 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 33,356 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Slight nick in N/S/F tyre sidewall ( NOT deep enough to reach cords ).

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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XJZ 3798 is a 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 90,560 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 XJZ 3798, 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 19 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 XJZ 3798 registered?

XJZ 3798 is a 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 1 March 2007.

Is XJZ 3798 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJZ 3798 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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