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DF59 ELV

2009 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

141,661 mi
Last recorded141,661 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2023
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton84,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF59 ELV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2023 141,661 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2023 141,661 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2022 139,019 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 129,124 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 117,557 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 109,862 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2019 109,833 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides, (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Mar 2018 104,725 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 90,612 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 90,612 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 87,750 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 82,365 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 69,136 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Dec 2013 69,062 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 May 2013 60,152 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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DF59 ELV is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 DF59 ELV, 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 DF59 ELV registered?

DF59 ELV is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 16 December 2009.

Is DF59 ELV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF59 ELV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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