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FG62 LXU

2012 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

229,926 mi
Last recorded229,926 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton68,140 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG62 LXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2022 229,926 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged .

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2022 229,926 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Side repeater damaged .

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

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 203,783 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 184,654 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 165,307 miles

Rear rear axle tyre tread both on limit for wear.

Fail 21 Oct 2019 165,238 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating and off side front (1.2.1 (e))

Rear rear axle tyre tread both on limit for wear.

Pass 22 Oct 2018 136,537 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 105,923 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 78,977 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 51,741 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 51,741 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

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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FG62 LXU is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FG62 LXU, 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 FG62 LXU registered?

FG62 LXU is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is FG62 LXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG62 LXU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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