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YG13 VMW

2013 Volkswagen Phaeton

Grey Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

167,000 mi
Last recorded167,000 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton75,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG13 VMW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2013
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 167,000 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 155,063 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s front lower inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 148,795 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2023 148,792 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Mar 2022 130,607 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 122,607 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 97,521 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 73,412 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner both (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 53,145 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 39,166 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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YG13 VMW is a 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton in Grey with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YG13 VMW, 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 YG13 VMW registered?

YG13 VMW is a 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 18 April 2013.

Is YG13 VMW safe to buy?

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