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DE59 BHP

2009 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

141,362 mi
Last recorded141,362 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2021
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton84,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE59 BHP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2021 141,362 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2020 136,015 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2019 126,709 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (5.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 6 Apr 2019 126,709 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 255.40.19 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (5.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2018 120,778 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 111,560 miles

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1n)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 96,614 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 95,025 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 93,111 miles

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

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

parking brake requires adjustment

Pass 22 Jun 2015 79,085 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 75,347 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Nov 2014 73,282 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2014 69,088 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 61,700 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 61,382 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 48,974 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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DE59 BHP is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DE59 BHP, 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 DE59 BHP registered?

DE59 BHP is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 16 September 2009.

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