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OU59 FGP

2009 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

260,066 mi
Last recorded260,066 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton84,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU59 FGP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 260,066 miles

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Inner Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity both o/s & n/s (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Fail 13 Mar 2026 260,066 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer front arm + slight play in joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Inner Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity both o/s & n/s (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 259,194 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play also worn ball joint boot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play also worn ball joint boot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 252,334 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 248,943 miles

osr wheel rim has x2 weld repairs on inner

Pass 22 Oct 2021 240,391 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Oct 2021 240,391 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2020 232,331 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 224,411 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

park brake efficiency only just met requirements

Pass 20 Oct 2018 219,373 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 210,896 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2017 210,896 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 202,709 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 202,709 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm botn sides (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 194,906 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 185,936 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 185,910 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 176,641 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 125,186 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 71,585 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 11,610 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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OU59 FGP is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OU59 FGP, 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 OU59 FGP registered?

OU59 FGP is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 3 November 2009.

Is OU59 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU59 FGP shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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