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KP61 KJF

2011 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

142,820 mi
Last recorded142,820 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton77,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP61 KJF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 142,820 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 133,229 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 120,786 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2024 120,691 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Apr 2023 113,039 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 101,899 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 95,167 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 91,000 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 84,612 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 84,612 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 May 2018 78,449 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 70,277 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 59,222 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 49,854 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 47,239 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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KP61 KJF is a 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KP61 KJF, 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.

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What year was KP61 KJF registered?

KP61 KJF is a 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 16 November 2011.

Is KP61 KJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP61 KJF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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