MOT Status
ValidMileage
109,446 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front lower, rear arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all tyres wear on edges (5.2.3 (e))
Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
front tyres worn on inner edges
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 255/45/18 103y (4.1.E.1)
Offside Inner Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
Offside Rear Inner side light dim
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 255/45/18 103y (4.1.E.1)
Offside Inner Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
Offside Rear Inner side light dim
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Phaeton?
Based on 29,406 MOT tests across 2,246 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AK62 FFS is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 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 AK62 FFS, 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.
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What year was AK62 FFS registered?
AK62 FFS is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 26 September 2012.
Is AK62 FFS safe to buy?
The MOT history for AK62 FFS shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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