MOT Status
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119,488 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Both handbrake cable outer have rubbed through
Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))
Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Both handbrake cable outer have rubbed through
Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Discoloured (3.3 (b) (i))
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
front tyres have cracking in tread blocks
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
cut in nearside front tyre outer sidewall but no cords showing
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
cut in nearside front tyre outer sidewall but no cords showing
N/S/F tyre damage to the outer rim protector
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Phaeton?
Based on 29,406 MOT tests across 2,246 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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DG59 AYB is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.
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 DG59 AYB, 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 DG59 AYB registered?
DG59 AYB is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 1 September 2009.
Is DG59 AYB safe to buy?
The MOT history for DG59 AYB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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