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AA08 FFX

2008 Volkswagen Sharan

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,869 mi
Last recorded47,869 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Sharan108,965 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 FFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2018 47,869 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 47,869 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 43,879 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2017 43,879 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 38,020 miles

clutch slipping badly and turbo faulty

Fail 27 Jul 2016 38,020 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

clutch slipping badly and turbo faulty

Fail 28 Jul 2015 33,257 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 33,257 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 28,876 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2013 24,598 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2012 21,527 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 19,202 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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AA08 FFX is a 2008 Volkswagen Sharan in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Volkswagen Sharan models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 108,965 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 AA08 FFX, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Sharan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AA08 FFX registered?

AA08 FFX is a 2008 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 26 May 2008.

Is AA08 FFX safe to buy?

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