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AL11 ASR

2011 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

113,303 mi
Last recorded113,303 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton77,350 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAL11 ASR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 113,303 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 109,818 miles

washers weak

wipers worn

Pass 7 Aug 2023 107,480 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

covers + shields fitted

Fail 7 Aug 2023 107,479 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front + rear (0.1 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

covers + shields fitted

Pass 8 Aug 2022 104,512 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 104,329 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 103,034 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 94,694 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 94,694 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 86,332 miles

Offside wiper starting to smear screen

Fail 26 Mar 2018 86,332 miles

Offside wiper starting to smear screen

Registration plate lamp not working offside middle (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 69,658 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 48,271 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 31,078 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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AL11 ASR is a 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 77,350 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 AL11 ASR, 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 15 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AL11 ASR registered?

AL11 ASR is a 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 24 May 2011.

Is AL11 ASR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AL11 ASR shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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