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DE09 HMU

2009 Volkswagen Phaeton

Blue Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,148 mi
Last recorded99,148 miles
Recorded on18 May 2017
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton84,760 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE09 HMU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2017 99,148 miles
Fail 18 May 2017 99,148 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 98,717 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 98,678 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2015 90,402 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 79,843 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 61,067 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 50,474 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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DE09 HMU is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton in Blue with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DE09 HMU, 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 DE09 HMU registered?

DE09 HMU is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is DE09 HMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE09 HMU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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