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YX07 TXE

2007 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2697cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,935 mi
Last recorded123,935 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2023
Typical for 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton90,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX07 TXE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,697cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2023 123,935 miles

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

Offside door mirror deteriorated

underbody covers fitted

Fail 5 Dec 2023 123,934 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside door mirror deteriorated

underbody covers fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2022 120,322 miles

Both rear tyres cracked

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 114,841 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 111,111 miles

Nearside Front passengers door mirror delaminated

exhaust centre flange bolt broken exhaust not leaking

Pass 1 Oct 2019 107,440 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 103,419 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 99,724 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 13 Oct 2016 95,693 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fail 13 Oct 2016 95,693 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Coolant leak ()

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

engine warning light on

Pass 29 Oct 2015 92,329 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2015 92,329 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 86,982 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 81,490 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Nov 2013 81,462 miles

Centre Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Centre Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Dec 2012 77,156 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 20 Dec 2011 70,771 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 64,460 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 50,511 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2009 50,511 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

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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YX07 TXE is a 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,697cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 90,560 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 YX07 TXE, 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 19 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YX07 TXE registered?

YX07 TXE is a 2007 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 1 March 2007.

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