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BG12 LXY

2012 Volkswagen Sharan

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

132,242 mi
Last recorded132,242 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Sharan82,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 LXY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 132,242 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 132,151 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2024 132,151 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 115,875 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2023 115,873 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 98,106 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 85,506 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 84,312 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 83,414 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 81,455 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 75,968 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 62,900 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 51,071 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 49,099 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 33,672 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 31,405 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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 LXY is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BG12 LXY, 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 LXY registered?

BG12 LXY is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 21 April 2012.

Is BG12 LXY safe to buy?

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