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DC62 AUT

2012 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

172,701 mi
Last recorded172,701 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton68,140 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC62 AUT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2022 172,701 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2021 95,377 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 88,468 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 86,449 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2018 79,163 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 77,026 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 61,475 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 46,823 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 May 2016 46,823 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 31,734 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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DC62 AUT is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 68,140 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 DC62 AUT, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DC62 AUT registered?

DC62 AUT is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is DC62 AUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC62 AUT shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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