MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
98,375 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 255/45-18 (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 255/45-18 (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rearmost inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rearmost inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Phaeton?
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DF12 GCZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 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 DF12 GCZ, 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 DF12 GCZ registered?
DF12 GCZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 29 June 2012.
Is DF12 GCZ safe to buy?
The MOT history for DF12 GCZ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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