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GL04 DAR

2009 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

95,812 mi
Last recorded95,812 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2024
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton84,760 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL04 DAR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2024 95,812 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

oil leak

Pass 19 Oct 2023 90,098 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 213,538 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 206,037 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 202,308 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2020 202,244 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2019 197,874 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 191,818 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 180,707 miles

Engine Management Light on

Pass 10 Oct 2016 159,568 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 159,568 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush bolt loose (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 141,552 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 May 2014 141,049 miles

Front / Rear brake discs lipped

Pass 22 May 2013 133,843 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 130,461 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake discs slightly worn

nearside front tyre outer edge scrubbed

rear brake discs worn

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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GL04 DAR is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 GL04 DAR, 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 GL04 DAR registered?

GL04 DAR is a 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 20 January 2009.

Is GL04 DAR safe to buy?

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