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KU62 UMK

2012 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

144,813 mi
Last recorded144,813 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton68,140 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU62 UMK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 144,813 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2025 144,806 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower arm front arm marked in white (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 137,175 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 122,241 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 105,419 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 91,749 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2020 74,645 miles

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))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 58,064 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 51,026 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 42,435 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 32,806 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 23,517 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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KU62 UMK is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 KU62 UMK, 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 KU62 UMK registered?

KU62 UMK is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 26 September 2012.

Is KU62 UMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU62 UMK shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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