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LM13 XEV

2013 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

147,929 mi
Last recorded147,929 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton75,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2025 147,929 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess both side (1.1.15 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 131,995 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2022 122,162 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 114,412 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 109,173 miles

Brake pad warning light on

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 101,291 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2018 81,415 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2018 81,415 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2017 55,068 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 37,199 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 31,573 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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LM13 XEV 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 XEV, 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 XEV registered?

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

Is LM13 XEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM13 XEV 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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