2013 Volkswagen Phaeton 3.0L Diesel · ML13 OGE

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a stable and consistent maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 18 July 2025 at 118,756 miles passed with no recorded defects or advisories. This streak of clean results across the last four annual tests indicates that the vehicle has been maintained to a high standard and that mechanical or structural components are not currently showing immediate points of failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's thirteen-year age, averaging approximately 9,135 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between January 2022 and August 2022, where the car covered only 742 miles, suggesting a period of low use or storage. Since the 2022 test, the vehicle has seen more regular use, covering over 33,000 miles in the following three years. This regular usage is generally beneficial for a luxury vehicle of this age, as it helps prevent seal degradation and brake corrosion associated with long periodsterm stationary periods. Given the lack of recorded advisories in the history, a buyer should focus on the specific complexities of the Volkswagen Phaeton that do not always trigger an MOT failure. A physical inspection of the air suspension system for leaks or perished bellows is essential, as these components often fail without prior warning between tests. The buyer should also verify the condition of the rubber suspension bushes and check for any signs of early corrosion on the sills, despite the record not currently flagging structural issues. The clean history suggests a well-cared-for example, but the age means age-worn rubber components remain a priority for a thorough on-site evaluation.