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HJ63 WHL

2013 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2023
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

179,463 mi
Last recorded179,463 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton75,522 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ63 WHL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 179,463 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 171,778 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 163,072 miles

emissions not detected

Fail 19 Feb 2021 162,979 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

emissions not detected

Pass 20 Aug 2020 160,859 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2020 160,859 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail both (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Feb 2020 159,044 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2020 158,875 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 144,808 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 144,808 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Feb 2019 130,251 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2018 115,577 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 98,089 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 98,089 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 84,275 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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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HJ63 WHL is a 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HJ63 WHL, 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.

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What year was HJ63 WHL registered?

HJ63 WHL is a 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 21 November 2013.

Is HJ63 WHL safe to buy?

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