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YL08 TNF

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

229,713 mi
Last recorded229,713 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL08 TNF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 229,713 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2017 229,537 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2016 216,074 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 210,339 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 188,104 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 188,094 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2014 158,039 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2014 158,039 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 136,999 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 11 Jul 2013 136,999 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 105,074 miles

bulb warning light coming on intermitantly

engine management light on

oil leak on car

Pass 14 Jul 2011 79,551 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 Jul 2011 79,551 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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)

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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YL08 TNF is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 YL08 TNF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YL08 TNF registered?

YL08 TNF is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is YL08 TNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YL08 TNF shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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