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AO65 ETU

2016 Volkswagen Sharan

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

51,819 mi
Last recorded51,819 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Sharan66,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO65 ETU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 51,819 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 47,092 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 44,117 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 41,395 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 39,331 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 35,689 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2021 35,689 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 30,009 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 20,999 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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AO65 ETU is a 2016 Volkswagen Sharan in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Sharan models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 66,088 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 AO65 ETU, 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 10 years old, this Volkswagen Sharan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AO65 ETU?

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What year was AO65 ETU registered?

AO65 ETU is a 2016 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 27 January 2016.

Is AO65 ETU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO65 ETU 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.

Does AO65 ETU have outstanding finance?

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