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VN60 BXB

2011 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

100,289 mi
Last recorded100,289 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton77,350 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN60 BXB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 100,289 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 93,977 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 90,080 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 89,006 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 88,926 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 88,880 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 77,345 miles

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 tyres. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 70,983 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 66,956 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 60,961 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2016 54,868 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 54,795 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 54,795 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 20 Jan 2014 38,803 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

advise both front tyres wearing inner and outer edges

Pass 20 Jan 2014 38,803 miles

advise both front tyres wearing inner and outer edges

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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VN60 BXB is a 2011 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 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 77,350 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 VN60 BXB, 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 15 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 VN60 BXB registered?

VN60 BXB is a 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 4 February 2011.

Is VN60 BXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN60 BXB 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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