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AV12 LXG

2012 Volkswagen Sharan

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2023
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

200,388 mi
Last recorded200,388 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Sharan82,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 LXG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2022 200,388 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 177,161 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 154,054 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 154,054 miles

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

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 132,719 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 108,888 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 81,620 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 42,438 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 10,714 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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AV12 LXG is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan in Blue 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 AV12 LXG, 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 AV12 LXG registered?

AV12 LXG is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 4 April 2012.

Is AV12 LXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV12 LXG 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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