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LES 895P

2004 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 4921cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,465 mi
Last recorded45,465 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton81,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLES 895P
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,921cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2026 45,465 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2024 36,259 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 74,268 miles

slight cracking on rear tyres

Pass 30 May 2017 70,391 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 64,031 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 55,286 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 29,406 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 26,722 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 23,702 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 21,804 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2007 19,419 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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LES 895P is a 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 4,921cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 81,103 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 LES 895P, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LES 895P?

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What year was LES 895P registered?

LES 895P is a 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 12 May 2004.

Is LES 895P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LES 895P shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LES 895P have outstanding finance?

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