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DE09 ZVF

2009 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

217,217 mi
Last recorded217,217 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2016
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton84,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE09 ZVF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2016 217,217 miles

Both front wishbone rear bushes weak and have slight play

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside and nearside front tyres heavily worn on inner edge's

Pass 16 Oct 2015 200,314 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 154,995 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 133,116 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 102,762 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 57,577 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 57,577 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 3 Jul 2012 57,577 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front number plate does not match the rear

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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 ZVF is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 DE09 ZVF, 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.

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What year was DE09 ZVF registered?

DE09 ZVF is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 27 May 2009.

Is DE09 ZVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE09 ZVF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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