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YV03 RVW

2003 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Petrol 3189cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

205,806 mi
Last recorded205,806 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2008
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton66,175 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV03 RVW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,189cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2008 205,806 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 99,760 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 99,760 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2006 69,216 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

tyres starting to wear on edges.recomend new brake discs when brake pads are changed

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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YV03 RVW is a 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 3,189cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 66,175 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 YV03 RVW, 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 23 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YV03 RVW?

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What year was YV03 RVW registered?

YV03 RVW is a 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 16 July 2003.

Is YV03 RVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for YV03 RVW shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YV03 RVW have outstanding finance?

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