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LV13 OSW

2013 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

142,063 mi
Last recorded142,063 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton75,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV13 OSW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 142,063 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2026 142,063 miles

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2026 128,905 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 124,109 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 119,429 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 113,289 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily lipped on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Jan 2023 113,289 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily lipped on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 100,964 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 92,312 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 83,277 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 70,732 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 70,732 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrodes and lipped (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 May 2017 56,001 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 35,212 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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LV13 OSW is a 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 LV13 OSW, 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 LV13 OSW registered?

LV13 OSW is a 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 22 May 2013.

Is LV13 OSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV13 OSW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LV13 OSW have outstanding finance?

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