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SL03 WES

2009 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

107,292 mi
Last recorded107,292 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2024
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton84,760 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL03 WES
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2024 107,292 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 101,844 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 88,102 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 73,137 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2019 65,695 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 58,775 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 48,099 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 48,099 miles

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 39,155 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 32,124 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres have cuts in the tread but not deep enough to reach the cords

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 29 Mar 2014 30,463 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 25,610 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 21,920 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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SL03 WES is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 SL03 WES, 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 SL03 WES registered?

SL03 WES is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is SL03 WES safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL03 WES shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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