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SM62 EVX

2012 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107,212 mi
Last recorded107,212 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton68,140 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM62 EVX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 14 Jan 2026 107,212 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 100,741 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jan 2024 92,797 miles

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

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

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 84,981 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 77,432 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 69,674 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 65,224 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 62,336 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 57,192 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 54,267 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 46,115 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 33,142 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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SM62 EVX is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 68,140 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 SM62 EVX, 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 14 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 SM62 EVX registered?

SM62 EVX is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 23 November 2012.

Is SM62 EVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM62 EVX shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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