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DV61 JWW

2011 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

129,161 mi
Last recorded129,161 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton77,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 129,161 miles

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

Offside Front Strong Advise: Damage to bumper and grill

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2025 129,155 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Strong Advise: Damage to bumper and grill

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 119,908 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2024 119,878 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 255/45/r18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2023 110,570 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 101,894 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 88,382 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 62,617 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 55,929 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 51,711 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 38,516 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 29,575 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 19,072 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 13,722 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 JWW is a 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 JWW, 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 JWW registered?

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

Is DV61 JWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV61 JWW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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