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AK12 EUM

2012 Volkswagen Sharan

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

159,527 mi
Last recorded159,527 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Sharan82,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 EUM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 159,527 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2024 146,485 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2024 146,482 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Central Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Mar 2023 130,334 miles

Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Fail 4 Mar 2023 130,334 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 115,973 miles

Zero Emitter, No Smoke readings available

Fail 12 Mar 2022 115,973 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Zero Emitter, No Smoke readings available

Pass 22 Mar 2021 106,419 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Zero Emitter, No Smoke Readings available

Pass 11 Mar 2020 95,643 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Zero Emitter, No Smoke readings available

Pass 14 Mar 2019 80,402 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt All Rearmost Seats ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Zero Emitter, No Smoke readings available

Fail 11 Mar 2019 80,386 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt All Rearmost Seats ()

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Zero Emitter, No Smoke readings available

Pass 3 Mar 2018 63,022 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x3 ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

engine bay covers under trays and heat shields fitted obscuring some components

Pass 7 Mar 2017 53,072 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 43,242 miles

child seats fitted preventing full inspection of adult seat belts

Fail 17 Mar 2016 43,229 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

child seats fitted preventing full inspection of adult seat belts

Pass 20 Feb 2015 35,385 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

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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AK12 EUM is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK12 EUM, 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 AK12 EUM registered?

AK12 EUM is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 20 March 2012.

Is AK12 EUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 EUM shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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