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MV12 YPP

2012 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

181,513 mi
Last recorded181,513 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton68,140 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV12 YPP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 29 Mar 2023 181,513 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 175,724 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 167,622 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 162,118 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 140,154 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively And offside front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 121,136 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 109,942 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 98,348 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 88,384 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 76,543 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 73,229 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 64,089 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 52,738 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 41,934 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 33,984 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 28,122 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 15,678 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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MV12 YPP is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MV12 YPP, 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 MV12 YPP registered?

MV12 YPP is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is MV12 YPP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV12 YPP shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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