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CX59 WMP

2009 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

92,435 mi
Last recorded92,435 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton84,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX59 WMP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2023 92,435 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2022 84,097 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 81,440 miles

Offside Rear Outer Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2021 81,172 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Few led's blown. (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Service light illuminated.

Pass 29 Jun 2020 76,771 miles

engine covers & undertrays fitted

Pass 3 Dec 2018 72,181 miles

engine cover & under tray fitted

Fail 3 Dec 2018 72,181 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge (5.2.3 (e))

engine cover & under tray fitted

Pass 30 Nov 2017 66,598 miles

engine covers & undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Nov 2016 61,830 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

oil leak possible power steering under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 13 Nov 2015 53,237 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 45,913 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Sep 2013 36,337 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Sep 2012 27,715 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 27,715 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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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CX59 WMP is a 2009 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 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 84,760 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 CX59 WMP, 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 17 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CX59 WMP registered?

CX59 WMP is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 17 September 2009.

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