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M12 RWB

2011 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

70,997 mi
Last recorded70,997 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton77,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM12 RWB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 70,997 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 69,577 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 66,825 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 64,490 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 61,667 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 57,763 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 55,663 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 52,197 miles

Both from tyres heavily worn in inner tread

Nearside front tyre slight damage to sidewall

Pass 23 Dec 2016 49,051 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 43,831 miles

plastic covers underside unable to fully inspect

Pass 14 Nov 2014 38,278 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 38,278 miles

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

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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M12 RWB is a 2011 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 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 M12 RWB, 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 M12 RWB registered?

M12 RWB is a 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 28 April 2011.

Is M12 RWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M12 RWB 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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