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33 TEX

1997 Volkswagen Sharan

Green Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,459 mi
Last recorded142,459 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2009
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Sharan122,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration33 TEX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2009 142,459 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside front tyre pressure low

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 31 Dec 2009 142,459 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside front tyre pressure low

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 125,662 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Mar 2007 109,209 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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33 TEX is a 1997 Volkswagen Sharan in Green with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Sharan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 122,156 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 33 TEX, 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen Sharan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 33 TEX?

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What year was 33 TEX registered?

33 TEX is a 1997 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 23 August 1997.

Is 33 TEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for 33 TEX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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