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B5 NDX

2011 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

75,741 mi
Last recorded75,741 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton77,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 NDX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 75,741 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front lower door trim loose

undertrays fitted blocking view of components

Pass 25 Oct 2024 62,698 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

under trays fitted blocking view of components.

Pass 6 Nov 2023 57,678 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 54,923 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 53,125 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 52,152 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 51,258 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 49,838 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 47,972 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 45,348 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 42,717 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 40,066 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 31,169 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2014 31,169 miles

Electrical wiring damaged and bare wires exposed (1.9.2c)

Nearside Outer Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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B5 NDX 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 92.9%.

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 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 B5 NDX, 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 B5 NDX registered?

B5 NDX is a 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 22 July 2011.

Is B5 NDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B5 NDX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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