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KCL 125

2013 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,564 mi
Last recorded65,564 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton75,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKCL 125
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2025 65,564 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 57,302 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 51,445 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 46,072 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 45,349 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2020 44,134 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 41,226 miles

Front discs corroded

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

Pass 13 Mar 2018 39,074 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 33,849 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 25,385 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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KCL 125 is a 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 KCL 125, 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 KCL 125?

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What year was KCL 125 registered?

KCL 125 is a 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 12 March 2013.

Is KCL 125 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KCL 125 shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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