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A13 JGL

1997 Volkswagen Sharan

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

14,122 mi
Last recorded14,122 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2008
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Sharan122,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 JGL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2008 14,122 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s/f tyre worn outer edge

o/s mirror cracked

o/s/f tyre on limit

Fail 3 Jun 2008 14,122 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s/f tyre worn outer edge

o/s mirror cracked

o/s/f tyre on limit

Fail 13 May 2008 141,040 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

engine noise

Pass 15 May 2007 135,111 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 135,104 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 May 2006 125,170 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 125,165 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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A13 JGL is a 1997 Volkswagen Sharan in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 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 A13 JGL, 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.

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A13 JGL is a 1997 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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