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AO62 XMT

2012 Volkswagen Sharan

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

102,501 mi
Last recorded102,501 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Sharan82,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO62 XMT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 102,501 miles

Both rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement.

Nearside Rear Arm corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2025 102,501 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both rear trailing arm bushes deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement.

Nearside Rear Arm corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 96,825 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Almost perished down to cords and bald on inner edge, advise replacment ASAP (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 90,857 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Almost down to cords, advise replacement ASAP 2156016 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 87,187 miles

General corrosion to rear suspension

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

Rear seats folded flat and loaded preventing full inspection

Pass 15 Oct 2021 82,277 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 78,643 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 70,853 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2019 54,401 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 43,383 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 30,511 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 27,516 miles

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)

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

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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AO62 XMT is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AO62 XMT, 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 AO62 XMT registered?

AO62 XMT is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 24 December 2012.

Is AO62 XMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO62 XMT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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