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GN13 XCM

2013 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

78,907 mi
Last recorded78,907 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton75,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN13 XCM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 78,907 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 74,683 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 70,170 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 29 Aug 2023 70,020 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts wiring touches driveshaft (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pad wear indicator light on.

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Sep 2022 64,284 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2021 58,570 miles

brake pad warning light is on all pads appear ok

Fail 8 Sep 2021 58,570 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Suspension system inoperative appears to be stuck in jack up mode (5.3.5 (a)) DANGEROUS

brake pad warning light is on all pads appear ok

Pass 4 Sep 2020 53,288 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 41,479 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside and nearside rears slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Apr 2019 41,479 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside and nearside rears slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 36,028 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 29,251 miles

Both front tyres heavily worn on edges

Pass 22 Mar 2016 23,288 miles

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

Offside 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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GN13 XCM is a 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GN13 XCM, 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 GN13 XCM?

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What year was GN13 XCM registered?

GN13 XCM is a 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 27 March 2013.

Is GN13 XCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN13 XCM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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