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L12 WNT

2011 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

86,066 mi
Last recorded86,066 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton77,350 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL12 WNT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 86,066 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 84,417 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 82,430 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 79,981 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 76,661 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 70,467 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 68,729 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 63,026 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner 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))

plastic covers fitted restricting full visual inspection

Pass 24 Jul 2017 51,999 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin at inner point of disc (3.5.1g)

covers fitted restricting full visual inspection

no readings on diesel smoke test

Fail 24 Jul 2017 51,999 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin at inner point of disc (3.5.1g)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

covers fitted restricting full visual inspection

no readings on diesel smoke test

Pass 12 Jul 2016 41,887 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 37,958 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 30,742 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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L12 WNT is a 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 L12 WNT, 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

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What year was L12 WNT registered?

L12 WNT is a 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 29 September 2011.

Is L12 WNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L12 WNT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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