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HD08 HWT

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

134,784 mi
Last recorded134,784 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD08 HWT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 13 Dec 2025 134,784 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 132,097 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2023 129,387 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 123,512 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2021 118,980 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 116,020 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/40 19 ~3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/40 19 ~3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 109,617 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 155,128 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside side repeater damaged and full of dirty. Still emitting enough light .

Pass 4 Aug 2017 80,985 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 68,788 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 53,579 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 36,371 miles

nearside front tyre worn outter edge

Pass 7 Jul 2014 35,959 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 35,301 miles

front anti roll bar drop links starting perish

Pass 25 Jun 2012 34,290 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 29,585 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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HD08 HWT 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 100%.

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 HD08 HWT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HD08 HWT registered?

HD08 HWT is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 15 July 2008.

Is HD08 HWT safe to buy?

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