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OV62 KWU

2012 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2025
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

124,109 mi
Last recorded124,109 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton68,140 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV62 KWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2024 124,109 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 pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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))

Fail 16 May 2024 123,724 miles

Offside Direction indicator not working Built into the wing mirror led type (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam Possible H.I.D bulb (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively All (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Under trays fitted some under body components not inspected

Under vehicle dirty

Pass 2 Mar 2023 117,302 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin 60% (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 112,639 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement VARIOUS (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 109,205 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 104,292 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 94,772 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 80,874 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 64,005 miles

screen wash fluid leaking from front, but does not drain tank . wash system still working fine.

Pass 21 Aug 2015 49,160 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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OV62 KWU is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 OV62 KWU, 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 OV62 KWU registered?

OV62 KWU is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 15 November 2012.

Is OV62 KWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV62 KWU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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