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BK59 CGO

2009 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

142,078 mi
Last recorded142,078 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton84,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK59 CGO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 142,078 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 135,628 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 135,465 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2024 135,464 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 119,081 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 114,260 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 97,445 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 80,404 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 66,818 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 49,386 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 37,098 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 24,901 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 14,976 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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BK59 CGO is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BK59 CGO, 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 BK59 CGO registered?

BK59 CGO is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 21 September 2009.

Is BK59 CGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK59 CGO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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