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123 CRW

1998 Volkswagen Sharan

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,148 mi
Last recorded60,148 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2025
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Sharan118,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration123 CRW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2025 60,148 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 59,855 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 59,207 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 58,306 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 57,055 miles

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 56,556 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 56,019 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 55,229 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Feb 2016 54,882 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both gaiter (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 54,319 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 52,819 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 52,003 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2011 50,973 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 50,367 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 50,367 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 2 Dec 2009 49,740 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front number plate showing cracks

Pass 2 Dec 2009 49,740 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front number plate showing cracks

Pass 8 Nov 2008 48,113 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 47,623 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 46,107 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2006 46,098 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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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123 CRW is a 1998 Volkswagen Sharan in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Sharan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 118,832 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 123 CRW, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Sharan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 123 CRW registered?

123 CRW is a 1998 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is 123 CRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 123 CRW shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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