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AJ16 TVL

2016 Volkswagen Sharan

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,601 mi
Last recorded71,601 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Sharan66,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ16 TVL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2025 71,601 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Out of shape slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 58,164 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 45,503 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 36,321 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 28,623 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 25,079 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 19,485 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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AJ16 TVL is a 2016 Volkswagen Sharan in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Sharan models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 66,088 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 AJ16 TVL, 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 10 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 AJ16 TVL registered?

AJ16 TVL is a 2016 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 30 July 2016.

Is AJ16 TVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ16 TVL shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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