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AA08 FKL

2008 Volkswagen Sharan

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2019
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

267,496 mi
Last recorded267,496 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Volkswagen Sharan108,965 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 FKL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2018 267,496 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 248,027 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 236,912 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 232,483 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 213,775 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 192,437 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 170,347 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 146,971 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 126,378 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 108,187 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 87,601 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 75,183 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

front discs change next pad change

Fail 24 Apr 2013 75,183 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

front discs change next pad change

Fail 10 Oct 2012 54,981 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 54,981 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 40,577 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 40,577 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2012 38,137 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 29,105 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 28,671 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 28,671 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

O/S/R Tyre has cut exposing cords but is not in excess of requirements

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 FKL is a 2008 Volkswagen Sharan in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 AA08 FKL, 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 FKL registered?

AA08 FKL is a 2008 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is AA08 FKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 FKL shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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