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MF11 XJN

2011 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

61,224 mi
Last recorded61,224 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton77,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF11 XJN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 61,224 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2026 61,191 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jan 2025 50,686 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 41,933 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 33,755 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 32,164 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))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 30,682 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 29,842 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 28,542 miles

Nearside Front Outer tyre wear

Offside Rear brake disc signs of corrosion

Pass 11 Jan 2018 26,936 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 24,449 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 22,477 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2016 22,428 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer edge (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 20,778 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 16,117 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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MF11 XJN 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 MF11 XJN, 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 MF11 XJN registered?

MF11 XJN is a 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 29 March 2011.

Is MF11 XJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF11 XJN 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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