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C234 JAK

2011 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

96,104 mi
Last recorded96,104 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton77,350 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC234 JAK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 96,104 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 94,126 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2025 94,126 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 235/55R17W (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Feb 2024 89,794 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 82,426 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 77,508 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 69,914 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 69,708 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2020 69,708 miles

Registration plate incorrect front and rear (0.1 (c))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 65,762 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 13 Mar 2018 59,528 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 50,859 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 43,994 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 34,717 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 25,017 miles

slight wear ridge front brake discs

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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C234 JAK is a 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 C234 JAK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C234 JAK registered?

C234 JAK is a 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 24 March 2011.

Is C234 JAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C234 JAK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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