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KP62 PPK

2012 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

75,455 mi
Last recorded75,455 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton68,140 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP62 PPK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 75,455 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 75,409 miles

Central Front Upper Engine Cover Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection of Some Components

Front Lower Undertray Fitted Not Allowing Full Inspection of Some Components

Pass 10 Nov 2023 74,921 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 71,665 miles

Central Front Upper Engine Cover Fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Front Lower Undertray Fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Pass 18 Nov 2021 70,132 miles

Central Front Lower Undertray Fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Central Front Upper Engine Cover Fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 16 Nov 2021 70,132 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Oct 2020 67,415 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 61,463 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 52,448 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 42,869 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 34,100 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2016 34,100 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 24,909 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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KP62 PPK is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 KP62 PPK, 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 KP62 PPK registered?

KP62 PPK is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 12 November 2012.

Is KP62 PPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP62 PPK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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