CarVerify

Free Car Check

A22 DUD

2012 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2967cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

269,017 mi
Last recorded269,017 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton68,140 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationA22 DUD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 269,017 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 263,911 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 251,527 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Jun 2023 251,527 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 246,640 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 236,125 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 11 Mar 2020 230,555 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 208,548 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2019 178,084 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2019 178,084 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2018 175,832 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 141,877 miles

Engine cover and undertray fitted

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Nearside and Offside + uneven wear inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 108,935 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 78,167 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 46,459 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 8,177 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
Full Volkswagen Phaeton reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

A22 DUD is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 68,140 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 A22 DUD, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A22 DUD?

You can check the full history of A22 DUD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was A22 DUD registered?

A22 DUD is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is A22 DUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A22 DUD shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A22 DUD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on A22 DUD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.