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LM13 MXZ

2013 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

225,954 mi
Last recorded225,954 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2022
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton75,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM13 MXZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2022 225,954 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2022 225,954 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 211,531 miles

Front Number plate damaged

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords On inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake effort little low

Pass 8 Jul 2020 195,389 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2019 169,331 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 133,882 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 86,728 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 64,947 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.5mm 255/45/18 (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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LM13 MXZ is a 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MXZ, 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 LM13 MXZ registered?

LM13 MXZ is a 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 16 May 2013.

Is LM13 MXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM13 MXZ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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