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YR58 SVS

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

103,734 mi
Last recorded103,734 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR58 SVS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2021 103,734 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 101,695 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone inner bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone inner bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2020 101,695 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone inner bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone inner bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2019 93,454 miles

os and nsf top suspension arm bushes perishing

Fail 24 Jan 2019 93,443 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2554019100y (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

os and nsf top suspension arm bushes perishing

Pass 25 Jan 2018 82,459 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 71,402 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 58,568 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 47,119 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)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 37,604 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2012 30,335 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 23,168 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 21,425 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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YR58 SVS is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 YR58 SVS, 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 YR58 SVS registered?

YR58 SVS is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is YR58 SVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR58 SVS shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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