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RO59 PPZ

2009 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

346,301 mi
Last recorded346,301 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton84,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO59 PPZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 346,301 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2024 334,073 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 9 Nov 2023 194,569 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 186,622 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 181,805 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 181,805 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 175,404 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 170,547 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 158,640 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 137,310 miles

Front brake discs worn.

Rear tyres worn.

Pass 11 Oct 2016 115,252 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres uneavenly worn inner edge

Pass 13 Oct 2015 91,418 miles

O/S/R Indicator lens faulty.

Fail 12 Oct 2015 91,408 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative both (1.7.2)

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

O/S/R Indicator lens faulty.

Pass 16 Oct 2014 80,628 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 80,618 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

offside rear indicator has some faulty leds

Pass 24 Sep 2013 76,652 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Oct 2012 61,901 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2012 61,901 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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RO59 PPZ is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RO59 PPZ, 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 RO59 PPZ registered?

RO59 PPZ is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 17 September 2009.

Is RO59 PPZ safe to buy?

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