Volkswagen Phaeton MOT Results

Registered in 2012

83.2% pass rate

from 101 tests in 2021

(44% better than other 2012 cars)

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Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2012 cars and highlighted areas where the Volkswagen Phaeton is unusually good or bad.

5.9% fail on Tyres
- 3.0% fail on Condition
- 3.0% fail on Tread depth
5.0% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
- 2.0% fail on Headlamps
  - 0.99% fail on Headlamp
  - 0.99% fail on Headlamp cleaning device
- 2.0% fail on Headlamp aim
  - 2.0% fail on Headlamp aim
- 0.99% fail on Direction indicators
  - 0.99% fail on Flashing type
    - 0.99% fail on Side repeaters
3.0% fail on Brakes
- 2.0% fail on Mechanical brake components
  - 0.99% fail on Brake linings and pads
    - 0.99% fail on Brake pads
  - 0.99% fail on Brake discs and drums
    - 0.99% fail on Brake discs
- 0.99% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC
  - 0.99% fail on Electronic stability control
2.0% fail on Visibility
- 2.0% fail on Wipers
0.99% fail on Steering
- 0.99% fail on Power steering
  - 0.99% fail on Pipes and hoses
0.99% fail on Suspension
- 0.99% fail on Suspension arms
  - 0.99% fail on Pins and bushes

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Volkswagen Phaeton (2010 - 2016)
Sharper styled than previous Phaeton. Available in standard and long wheelbase. 3.0 TDI offers good combination of performance and economy for such a big car.