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BG12 JCZ

2012 Volkswagen Sharan

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

129,709 mi
Last recorded129,709 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Sharan82,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 JCZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 129,709 miles

Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2024 121,556 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2024 121,549 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 110,363 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2022 101,489 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2021 91,457 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2021 91,457 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 82,141 miles

Tyre slightly damaged both rear, slightly stepped (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 73,296 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 64,388 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 54,882 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 47,077 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 47,077 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 34,028 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 30 Mar 2015 34,028 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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BG12 JCZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BG12 JCZ, 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 BG12 JCZ registered?

BG12 JCZ is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 25 April 2012.

Is BG12 JCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 JCZ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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