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DV61 FVC

2011 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

61,248 mi
Last recorded61,248 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2024
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton77,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV61 FVC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2024 61,248 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 58,838 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 58,279 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 56,495 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 49,010 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 48,864 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Jun 2019 48,726 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 42,138 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 33,092 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 2,102 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 15,648 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 9,494 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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DV61 FVC is a 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DV61 FVC, 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

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What year was DV61 FVC registered?

DV61 FVC is a 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 23 September 2011.

Is DV61 FVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV61 FVC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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