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WF59 UDV

2009 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

47,442 mi
Last recorded47,442 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton84,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF59 UDV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 47,442 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn edges, cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

handbrake effort on minimum 16% limit

Pass 2 Apr 2025 44,593 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs slightly corroded inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all inner bushes splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges, cracked, cuts to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 42,763 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs slightly corroded inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all inner bushes splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn edges, cracked and cut outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 2 Apr 2024 42,763 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall, worn edges (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs slightly corroded inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all inner bushes splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn edges, cut and cracked outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged slight bulge outer sidewall, worn edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 38,737 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all inner bushes splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres slight cracking sidewalls, wearing edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 35,127 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all inner bushes splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front both tyres wearing edges

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner / wearing outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2021 30,950 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs slight corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front both tyres wearing edges

Pass 11 Oct 2019 28,177 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 26,820 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 24,444 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 22,559 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 20,349 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 18,638 miles

Nil emissions read by analyser.

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Oct 2013 16,773 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 13,465 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

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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WF59 UDV is a 2009 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 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 84,760 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 WF59 UDV, 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 17 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 WF59 UDV registered?

WF59 UDV is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 16 October 2009.

Is WF59 UDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF59 UDV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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