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KM57 PUA

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

159,750 mi
Last recorded159,750 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM57 PUA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 159,750 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Handbrake below min but locked

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Wiper smeary

Fail 14 May 2025 159,750 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Handbrake below min but locked

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Wiper smeary

Pass 25 Jul 2019 149,511 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 140,107 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 137,466 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 136,849 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 125,813 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 112,697 miles

Front Brake Pads Close To Warining Sensors

Fail 8 Jan 2015 112,697 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front Brake Pads Close To Warining Sensors

Pass 21 Jan 2014 98,094 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2013 81,298 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 64,939 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 21 Jan 2011 42,209 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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KM57 PUA 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 KM57 PUA, 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 KM57 PUA registered?

KM57 PUA is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 24 January 2008.

Is KM57 PUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM57 PUA 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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