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WF12 XCB

2012 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

181,003 mi
Last recorded181,003 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton68,140 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF12 XCB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2023 181,003 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 173,400 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 166,718 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge replace both asap (255/45r18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (255/45r18 (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 14 Jan 2021 166,718 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/45r18 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge replace both asap (255/45r18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge (255/45r18 (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Jul 2019 154,495 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2019 154,495 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 22545x18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 May 2018 137,551 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 18 May 2018 137,551 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 May 2017 118,827 miles

Both Front Tyres Bold On Inner And Outer Edges

Fail 29 Apr 2017 118,827 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Both Front Tyres Bold On Inner And Outer Edges

Pass 6 May 2016 97,184 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 May 2015 72,131 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)

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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WF12 XCB is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WF12 XCB, 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 WF12 XCB registered?

WF12 XCB is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 12 May 2012.

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