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SD10 XZF

2010 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

121,445 mi
Last recorded121,445 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton84,106 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD10 XZF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 121,445 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2024 113,234 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 104,694 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 95,960 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2022 95,960 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Feb 2021 92,941 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 90,345 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2020 90,345 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2018 88,898 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 87,104 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 81,708 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 65,638 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 46,279 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 38,439 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 33,088 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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SD10 XZF is a 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 84,106 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 SD10 XZF, 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 16 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SD10 XZF registered?

SD10 XZF is a 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 26 May 2010.

Is SD10 XZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD10 XZF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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