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TFN 716

2012 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

54,380 mi
Last recorded54,380 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton68,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFN 716
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 54,380 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 53,707 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 52,983 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Feb 2024 52,983 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 49,821 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2023 49,821 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2022 47,707 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 45,698 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 43,574 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 38,956 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 34,966 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 30,330 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 23,083 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 17,571 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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TFN 716 is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 TFN 716, 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 TFN 716 registered?

TFN 716 is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is TFN 716 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFN 716 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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