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SM62 EVY

2012 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

138,477 mi
Last recorded138,477 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2024
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton68,140 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2024 138,477 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2024 138,477 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2023 130,304 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 19 May 2022 98,632 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 97,189 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2020 97,189 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2019 89,818 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 72,093 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 56,399 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 55,954 miles

Offside Front Side repeater has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 May 2017 55,310 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 45,997 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 31,639 miles

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

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 EVY is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 SM62 EVY, 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.

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What year was SM62 EVY registered?

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

Is SM62 EVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM62 EVY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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