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R2 GTJ

2011 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

75,851 mi
Last recorded75,851 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2024
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton77,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR2 GTJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2024 75,851 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 74,447 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2023 74,434 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 72,865 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 69,005 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 66,703 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 62,304 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 61,057 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 60,302 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 51,414 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 51,332 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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R2 GTJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 R2 GTJ, 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.

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What year was R2 GTJ registered?

R2 GTJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 28 April 2011.

Is R2 GTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R2 GTJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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