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YP56 ZTZ

2006 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

161,614 mi
Last recorded161,614 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton89,433 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP56 ZTZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 161,614 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 132,682 miles

Offside Rear tyre has cut but no cords showing

eml on dash

Fail 18 Aug 2016 132,374 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords [255/40/19] (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear tyre has cut but no cords showing

eml on dash

Pass 24 Jul 2015 111,031 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 111,031 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

osr brakes slightly binding

Pass 19 Aug 2014 96,502 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 86,004 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 77,718 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 77,718 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 69,018 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting 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)

Pass 27 Nov 2010 61,906 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 50,969 miles

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

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

rear pads worn

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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YP56 ZTZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 YP56 ZTZ, 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 YP56 ZTZ registered?

YP56 ZTZ is a 2006 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is YP56 ZTZ safe to buy?

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