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W12 PHN

2008 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Petrol 5998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,834 mi
Last recorded29,834 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton89,035 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW12 PHN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2025 29,834 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2022 28,686 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 26,385 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 23,355 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both front anti roll bar links gaiters worn but not to excess at present

Pass 17 Oct 2019 22,523 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 21,542 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 20,539 miles

both rear tyres slightly worn on inner edges

Pass 12 Oct 2016 19,945 miles

Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 18,528 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 17,018 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 16,236 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

nearside front tyre starting wear from outer and inner side

Pass 1 Oct 2012 15,334 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 12,224 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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W12 PHN is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 5,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 89,035 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 W12 PHN, 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 18 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 W12 PHN registered?

W12 PHN is a 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 1 October 2008.

Is W12 PHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W12 PHN shows 13 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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