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FN58 DGV

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

177,112 mi
Last recorded177,112 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN58 DGV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2019 177,112 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin appear low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

air suspension light on

Fail 6 Nov 2019 177,112 miles

Electronic parking brake control inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Front Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin appear low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

air suspension light on

Pass 4 Nov 2018 164,253 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 144,911 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 119,905 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 103,377 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2015 103,377 miles

Inner Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 85,437 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 85,437 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 66,951 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 37,304 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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FN58 DGV is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FN58 DGV, 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 FN58 DGV registered?

FN58 DGV is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 1 November 2008.

Is FN58 DGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN58 DGV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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