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AK58 XZP

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

89,788 mi
Last recorded89,788 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK58 XZP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 89,788 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jul 2025 89,786 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2024 84,719 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2023 77,404 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 69,223 miles

Nearside Front Road damaged/distorted

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Wing mirror glass deteriorated slightly (3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2021 69,223 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road damaged/distorted

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Wing mirror glass deteriorated slightly (3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 64,277 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2020 64,276 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 59,616 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 55,474 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight corrosion to inner face of front brake discs

Pass 2 Mar 2017 48,013 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 42,663 miles

Engine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm 255/40/19 100y (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm 255/40/19 100y (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm 255/40/19 100y (4.1.E.1)

Undertray fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 36,314 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 30,192 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake discs are corroded on inner face

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall

Pass 29 Oct 2012 24,746 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 18,750 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.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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AK58 XZP is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AK58 XZP, 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 AK58 XZP registered?

AK58 XZP is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 11 September 2008.

Is AK58 XZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK58 XZP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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