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DC60 DRC

2011 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

82,772 mi
Last recorded82,772 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton77,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC60 DRC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 82,772 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2025 80,765 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 78,301 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 75,264 miles

Emissions too clean for DSM

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 71,644 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

emissions too clean to register on DSM

Pass 14 Jan 2021 67,840 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 11 Jan 2021 67,840 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 64,007 miles

emissions too clean to register on DSM

Pass 7 Jan 2019 59,359 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 53,711 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 48,085 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2/3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 19 Jan 2016 41,912 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2016 41,767 miles

Stop lamp not working high level (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 36,390 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 27,277 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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DC60 DRC is a 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black 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 DC60 DRC, 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

How do I check the history of DC60 DRC?

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What year was DC60 DRC registered?

DC60 DRC is a 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 1 February 2011.

Is DC60 DRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC60 DRC 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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