Volkswagen Phaeton MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volkswagen Phaeton. Check any Phaeton by registration number below.

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83.7%

Avg Pass Rate

-2.0%

vs Volkswagen Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Volkswagen Phaeton — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volkswagen Phaeton has an average MOT pass rate of 83.7%, which is 2.0 percentage points below the Volkswagen brand average of 85.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Phaeton is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Volkswagen Phaeton fails its MOT are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. If you are preparing your Phaeton for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Volkswagen Phaeton, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Volkswagen Phaeton performs at MOT across different model years.

2015

Based on 70 vehicles

97.1%Excellent

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Mileage at 10yr

194k mi

2014

Based on 67 vehicles

88.1%Excellent

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

5.4%

Retest Rate

8.1%

Mileage at 10yr

171k mi

2013

Based on 214 vehicles

80.4%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

4.5%

Retest Rate

22.0%

Mileage at 10yr

160k mi

2012

Based on 352 vehicles

86.9%Excellent

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

6.8%

Mileage at 10yr

145k mi

2011

Based on 387 vehicles

82.9%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

7.3%

Retest Rate

16.4%

2010

Based on 237 vehicles

82.7%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

9.8%

2009

Based on 290 vehicles

80.3%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

17.7%

2008

Based on 252 vehicles

83.3%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.1%

Retest Rate

15.7%

2007

Based on 257 vehicles

81.3%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.3%

Retest Rate

12.0%

2006

Based on 243 vehicles

80.2%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

5.9%

Retest Rate

15.1%

2005

Based on 104 vehicles

72.1%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

10.0%

Retest Rate

50.0%

2004

Based on 112 vehicles

76.8%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

4.3%

2003

Based on 228 vehicles

90.8%Excellent

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Retest Rate

17.6%

Mileage at 10yr

184k mi

2002

Based on 80 vehicles

91.3%Excellent

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Mileage at 10yr

173k mi

0

Based on 1,196 vehicles

81.2%Good

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Mileage at 5yr

114k mi

Top MOT Failures — Volkswagen Phaeton

The most common reasons a Volkswagen Phaeton fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

2.6%

Volkswagen Phaeton Common Faults & Repair Costs

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92.3% pass rate

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88.2% pass rate

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92.9% pass rate

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93.5% pass rate

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75.0% pass rate

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60.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Volkswagen Phaeton

Volkswagen Phaeton — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volkswagen Phaeton MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Phaeton?

The average MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Phaeton is 83.7% compared to the Volkswagen average of 85.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Phaeton?

The most common MOT failures on the Volkswagen Phaeton are: A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (2.6%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Volkswagen Phaeton reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 83.7%, the Volkswagen Phaeton is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Volkswagen Phaeton?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Volkswagen Phaeton?

Typical mileage for the Volkswagen Phaeton: 193,605 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Phaeton to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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