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BG12 VGF

2012 Volkswagen Sharan

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

199,672 mi
Last recorded199,672 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Sharan82,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 VGF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 199,672 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 183,684 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 165,446 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 10 Oct 2022 149,892 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 133,147 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 120,139 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 109,815 miles

zero emissions reading....no print out

Pass 30 May 2018 100,134 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH INNER EDGES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

ZERO EMISSIONS READING...NO PRINT OUT

Fail 30 May 2018 100,133 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH INNER EDGES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

ZERO EMISSIONS READING...NO PRINT OUT

Pass 12 Jun 2017 91,787 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner edges.. (3.5.1i)

ZERO EMISSIONS READING ...NO PRINT OUT

Pass 3 Aug 2015 77,215 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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BG12 VGF is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BG12 VGF, 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 VGF registered?

BG12 VGF is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 11 May 2012.

Is BG12 VGF safe to buy?

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