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RAY 415

2009 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

65,932 mi
Last recorded65,932 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton84,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAY 415
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 65,932 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 65,012 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 64,787 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 64,498 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 64,287 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 62,657 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 57,193 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 51,800 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 47,698 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 42,756 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2016 42,642 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 36,839 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 31,813 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 25,137 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 25,137 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 19,163 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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RAY 415 is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RAY 415, 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 RAY 415 registered?

RAY 415 is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 6 March 2009.

Is RAY 415 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAY 415 shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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