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YX08 YTF

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

162,112 mi
Last recorded162,112 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 YTF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2021 162,112 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2019 256,235 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 154,620 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2017 143,574 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 143,570 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 125,262 miles

front plate deterioated

slight damage on screen

Pass 13 Oct 2014 177,697 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 90,128 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 72,383 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 50,817 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 50,809 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 50,809 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 43,030 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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YX08 YTF is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black 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 YX08 YTF, 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.

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What year was YX08 YTF registered?

YX08 YTF is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 7 April 2008.

Is YX08 YTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX08 YTF 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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