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AK61 EAF

2011 Volkswagen Sharan

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

152,825 mi
Last recorded152,825 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Sharan87,091 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 EAF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 152,825 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 145,329 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 134,843 miles
Fail 30 May 2023 134,843 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2022 119,536 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all, inside faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid section (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

child seats fitted on rear seats

Pass 15 Oct 2020 111,436 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2020 111,435 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 103,144 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2018 88,226 miles

advise windscreen damage to zone A

Fail 28 Sep 2018 88,226 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

advise windscreen damage to zone A

Pass 3 Oct 2017 75,109 miles

advise n/s/f tyre wearing on the inner edge

advise n/s/r brake disc showing corrosion (pads ok)

advise o/s/f tyre wearing on the inner edge

Pass 2 Sep 2016 59,949 miles

Front tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 25 Sep 2015 45,948 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2014 30,921 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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AK61 EAF is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Sharan models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 87,091 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 AK61 EAF, 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 15 years old, this Volkswagen Sharan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK61 EAF registered?

AK61 EAF is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is AK61 EAF safe to buy?

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