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A9 PCN

2009 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

99,964 mi
Last recorded99,964 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton84,760 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 PCN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 99,964 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 99,114 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 98,560 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 97,924 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2022 97,921 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

The vehicle passed the emissions test but no printout was produced due to low emissions

Pass 22 Feb 2021 96,587 miles

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

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

undertrays fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2020 96,323 miles

discs starting to rust

shields fitted

Fail 20 Feb 2020 96,319 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

discs starting to rust

shields fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2019 95,100 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2018 93,694 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 6 Mar 2018 93,690 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 5 Mar 2017 92,214 miles

undertray fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2016 91,374 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2016 91,374 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside front tyre tread minor cuts and peeling

Pass 9 Mar 2015 88,489 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 68,183 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Oct 2012 49,932 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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A9 PCN is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 A9 PCN, 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 A9 PCN registered?

A9 PCN is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 22 October 2009.

Is A9 PCN safe to buy?

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