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YH08 FRV

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

195,471 mi
Last recorded195,471 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH08 FRV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2017 195,471 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2017 195,466 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Rear Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed Catching inner sidewall of tyre (1.9.2c)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Hand brake on legal limit of 16%

Pass 10 Oct 2016 171,670 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 171,403 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 235/55R17. Michelin Primacy 3. 103y (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 150,757 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 124,110 miles

rear fog light lense damaged

Pass 3 Jul 2013 92,284 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2013 92,283 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 75,044 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 54,515 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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YH08 FRV is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 YH08 FRV, 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 YH08 FRV registered?

YH08 FRV is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 19 April 2008.

Is YH08 FRV safe to buy?

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