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AO12 VBN

2012 Volkswagen Sharan

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

98,555 mi
Last recorded98,555 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Sharan82,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 VBN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2022 98,555 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces corroded and lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2021 86,239 miles

Central Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2020 77,482 miles

osr tyre damage to side wall

rear tyres wearing on edge

slight damage to windscreen

under covers fitted

Pass 8 May 2019 62,830 miles

both front tyres cutting off on inner edgesy

Pass 22 May 2018 48,072 miles

all tyre side walls cracking

wipers smeary

Fail 21 May 2018 48,072 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure misshaped on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure misshaped on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

all tyre side walls cracking

wipers smeary

Pass 26 May 2017 38,314 miles

Front wishbone bushes splitting

Rear both tyres starting to misshape on inner edges

Pass 23 May 2016 31,225 miles

Front wishbone bushes splitting

Pass 18 May 2015 24,622 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AO12 VBN is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AO12 VBN, 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 AO12 VBN registered?

AO12 VBN is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 29 May 2012.

Is AO12 VBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO12 VBN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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