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GK63 AFJ

2013 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,474 mi
Last recorded123,474 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton75,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK63 AFJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 123,474 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 118,809 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 13 Aug 2024 118,806 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2023 112,461 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 107,151 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2021 105,791 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 104,848 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 26 Sep 2019 103,916 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 103,114 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 99,956 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 7 Sep 2017 99,955 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Inner Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Inner Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 81,765 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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GK63 AFJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 75,522 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 GK63 AFJ, 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 13 years old, this Volkswagen Phaeton is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GK63 AFJ?

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What year was GK63 AFJ registered?

GK63 AFJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 26 September 2013.

Is GK63 AFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK63 AFJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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