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WP62 OWJ

2013 Volkswagen Phaeton

Silver Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

133,415 mi
Last recorded133,415 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton75,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP62 OWJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 133,415 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective lenses deteriorated - cloudy (both) (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 128,000 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (both) (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2024 127,987 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy (both) (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 121,614 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both headlight lenses deteriorated - cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Dec 2022 115,206 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 105,274 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2021 105,274 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wiper blades split in centre (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 97,528 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on outer edge and wearing smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm in centre of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 90,995 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 77,172 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 64,283 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 51,679 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 40,033 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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WP62 OWJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton in Silver with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 WP62 OWJ, 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 WP62 OWJ registered?

WP62 OWJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 31 January 2013.

Is WP62 OWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP62 OWJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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