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G21 NER

2009 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

77,723 mi
Last recorded77,723 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton84,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG21 NER
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 77,723 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

handbrake effort

Pass 28 Aug 2024 75,453 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

operation of bonnet

Pass 31 May 2023 74,712 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 73,096 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 72,683 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 72,287 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 71,761 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2016 70,307 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2015 61,759 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 51,152 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2014 51,152 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2013 41,833 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 33,296 miles

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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G21 NER is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 G21 NER, 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 G21 NER registered?

G21 NER is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is G21 NER safe to buy?

The MOT history for G21 NER shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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