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H3 SHP

2011 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

74,703 mi
Last recorded74,703 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton77,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH3 SHP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 74,703 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2025 56,837 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2024 42,494 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2023 33,245 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 23,631 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 17,380 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 9,929 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 7,727 miles

Front both tyres worn outer shoulders also cracking/perishing

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 7,459 miles

both front tyres worn on outer edges

under covers fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2017 6,141 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2017 6,141 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 4,967 miles

engine covers and undertray fitted unable to see some components

Pass 6 Jan 2015 3,600 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 2,526 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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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H3 SHP is a 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 H3 SHP, 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

How do I check the history of H3 SHP?

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What year was H3 SHP registered?

H3 SHP is a 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 3 February 2011.

Is H3 SHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H3 SHP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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