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YT08 XGX

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

144,786 mi
Last recorded144,786 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT08 XGX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2019 144,786 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 142,102 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 142,042 miles

eml light on

Pass 15 Jan 2016 122,744 miles

eml light on

Pass 9 Jan 2015 102,506 miles

nearside rear tyre inner side wall damaged

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 11 Jan 2014 81,231 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 78,423 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 74,072 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2012 74,067 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2011 67,452 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 59,041 miles

Nearside Front 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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YT08 XGX is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YT08 XGX, 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 YT08 XGX registered?

YT08 XGX is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is YT08 XGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT08 XGX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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