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SA61 KBP

2011 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,036 mi
Last recorded40,036 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2019
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton77,350 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA61 KBP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2019 40,036 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 29,709 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 19,429 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 19,429 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front tyre tread outer edge bald

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

Pass 26 Aug 2017 17,960 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 11,693 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 8,201 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 5,572 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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SA61 KBP is a 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 SA61 KBP, 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 SA61 KBP registered?

SA61 KBP is a 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 9 September 2011.

Is SA61 KBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA61 KBP shows 8 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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