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YX13 XGC

2013 Volkswagen Phaeton

Black Diesel 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2021
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

91,729 mi
Last recorded91,729 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2019
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton75,522 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX13 XGC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPhaeton
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2019 91,729 miles

Offside Front subframe bolt missing

Pass 24 Apr 2018 81,848 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 4 Apr 2017 65,577 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 65,573 miles

Registration plate lamp not working x4 (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 54,955 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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YX13 XGC is a 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton in Black with a 2,967cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YX13 XGC, 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 YX13 XGC registered?

YX13 XGC is a 2013 Volkswagen Phaeton, first registered on 28 March 2013.

Is YX13 XGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX13 XGC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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