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DG62 UOA

2012 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

147,838 mi
Last recorded147,838 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton68,140 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG62 UOA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 12 May 2026 147,838 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 136,808 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 118,607 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2022 113,139 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 109,568 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 106,414 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 96,165 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 81,311 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing inner and outer edges

Offside Front tyre wearing inner and outer edges

Pass 11 May 2017 68,208 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 55,864 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 41,244 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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DG62 UOA is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DG62 UOA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG62 UOA registered?

DG62 UOA is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is DG62 UOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG62 UOA shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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