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AF12 UWA

2012 Volkswagen Sharan

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

131,810 mi
Last recorded131,810 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Sharan82,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 UWA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 131,810 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 121,594 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 116,578 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 109,235 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 103,947 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2022 103,947 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 98,126 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 94,373 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 80,683 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush split and perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 72,788 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 61,528 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2016 48,414 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 37,235 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Sharan?

Based on 1,070,633 MOT tests across 83,957 vehicles.

72.1%
Pass Rate
9,212
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
83,957
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 37,436
position lamp(s) not working 30,096
Brake pipe excessively corroded 25,789
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 21,026
Stop lamp not working 20,203
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AF12 UWA is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Sharan models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 82,832 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Sharan fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 37,436 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF12 UWA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Sharan typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Sharan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF12 UWA registered?

AF12 UWA is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is AF12 UWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 UWA shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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