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DF12 GCZ

2012 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,375 mi
Last recorded98,375 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton68,140 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 GCZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2025 98,375 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 88,468 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 81,331 miles

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))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 75,500 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 71,622 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 69,439 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2020 69,439 miles

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))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 59,395 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 48,169 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 39,079 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 39,048 miles

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)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 31,370 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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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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