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MX09 LVA

2009 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

130,291 mi
Last recorded130,291 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton84,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX09 LVA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2025 130,291 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 200,279 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 187,822 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 179,001 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective just starting to split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 171,491 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 163,209 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 155,414 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 145,921 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 136,222 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 123,795 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 111,192 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Jun 2015 111,128 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jun 2014 92,109 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 92,107 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 30 May 2013 75,782 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 60,856 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 59,007 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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MX09 LVA is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 84,760 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 MX09 LVA, 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 17 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 MX09 LVA registered?

MX09 LVA is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 26 March 2009.

Is MX09 LVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX09 LVA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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