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AO61 RKF

2011 Volkswagen Sharan

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

183,280 mi
Last recorded183,280 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Sharan87,091 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO61 RKF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 183,280 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2024 175,837 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2024 175,119 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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 14 Dec 2023 166,052 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav ()

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

Pass 23 Dec 2022 157,829 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn rear trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 151,600 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 145,827 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2020 145,713 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2020 143,353 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav ()

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 127,375 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2017 114,206 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge wear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 99,343 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2015 82,391 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 64,170 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 64,167 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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AO61 RKF is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AO61 RKF, 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

How do I check the history of AO61 RKF?

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What year was AO61 RKF registered?

AO61 RKF is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 30 December 2011.

Is AO61 RKF safe to buy?

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