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YR62 FJE

2012 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2024
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

163,561 mi
Last recorded163,561 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton68,140 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR62 FJE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2023 163,561 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 159,213 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2021 158,310 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 148,625 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2019 137,102 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 121,976 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 102,066 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 87,379 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 68,399 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 66,494 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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YR62 FJE is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 YR62 FJE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YR62 FJE registered?

YR62 FJE is a 2012 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 7 September 2012.

Is YR62 FJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR62 FJE shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YR62 FJE have outstanding finance?

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