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DG59 AXJ

2009 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,491 mi
Last recorded71,491 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2015
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton84,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG59 AXJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2015 71,491 miles

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

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

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

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

engine trays fitted obscuring view.

undertrays fitted obscuring view.

Pass 4 Sep 2014 55,594 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 35,322 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 42,814 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Aug 2012 24,738 miles

emissions too low to register on smoke meter

Fail 23 Aug 2012 24,738 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

emissions too low to register on smoke meter

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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DG59 AXJ is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DG59 AXJ, 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 DG59 AXJ registered?

DG59 AXJ is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is DG59 AXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG59 AXJ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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