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DG59 AYB

2009 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

119,488 mi
Last recorded119,488 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton84,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG59 AYB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 119,488 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 117,238 miles

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))

Fail 17 Feb 2025 117,235 miles

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))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 115,309 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 112,256 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 107,780 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2021 103,352 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 99,722 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 89,138 miles
Fail 13 May 2019 89,138 miles

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))

Pass 13 May 2019 89,138 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 May 2018 80,228 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 70,900 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 59,752 miles

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

front tyres have cracking in tread blocks

Pass 5 May 2015 46,555 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 38,436 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 29,888 miles

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

cut in nearside front tyre outer sidewall but no cords showing

Fail 22 Jul 2013 29,888 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2012 18,661 miles

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.

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 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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