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VX59 BHL

2010 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

116,044 mi
Last recorded116,044 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton84,106 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX59 BHL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 116,044 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2025 109,957 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2024 105,913 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 102,614 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 98,240 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2020 93,704 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2019 88,432 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 83,552 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 78,081 miles

Nearside Front Steering arm damaged but serviceable front (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 9 Dec 2016 70,661 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 62,679 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Dec 2015 62,679 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2014 55,557 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 45,044 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 35,618 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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VX59 BHL is a 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 84,106 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 VX59 BHL, 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 16 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 VX59 BHL registered?

VX59 BHL is a 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 5 January 2010.

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