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LM13 ESU

2013 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

90,218 mi
Last recorded90,218 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton75,522 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM13 ESU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 90,218 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2024 87,633 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Jun 2024 87,622 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 85,314 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face is corroded and scored. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face is corroded and scored. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 79,870 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 73,359 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jun 2020 69,167 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 62,616 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 54,077 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 44,726 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 36,025 miles

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

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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LM13 ESU is a 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 LM13 ESU, 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

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What year was LM13 ESU registered?

LM13 ESU is a 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 28 June 2013.

Is LM13 ESU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM13 ESU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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