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YA07 DWX

2007 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

146,009 mi
Last recorded146,009 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2017
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton90,560 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA07 DWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2017 146,009 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 146,009 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 140,022 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 131,209 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Feb 2014 121,780 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 106,105 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 106,105 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 94,655 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 82,508 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 82,508 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 61,295 miles

front brake discs have wear

front tyres scrubbing on inner edge

nearside side repeater damaged

Fail 9 Jun 2010 61,295 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

front brake discs have wear

front tyres scrubbing on inner edge

nearside side repeater damaged

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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YA07 DWX is a 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YA07 DWX, 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.

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What year was YA07 DWX registered?

YA07 DWX is a 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 29 June 2007.

Is YA07 DWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA07 DWX shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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