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AD51 OTC

2002 Volkswagen Sharan

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

178,379 mi
Last recorded178,379 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Sharan102,540 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD51 OTC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2018 178,379 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 173,127 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 161,763 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2015 147,698 miles

both rear metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2014 129,535 miles

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (3.4.3)

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

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside rear tyre over 10 years old

Rear row of seats folded away at the time of test and load compartment was full. Unable to test

Pass 11 Jan 2013 111,356 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 11 Jan 2013 111,356 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Jan 2012 95,934 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 85,035 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 74,577 miles

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

slight buckle front brake discs

Fail 14 Jan 2010 74,576 miles

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

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

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

slight buckle front brake discs

Pass 9 Jan 2009 63,880 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 56,336 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 48,819 miles

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

Offside wiper blade starting to split

Fail 5 Jan 2006 40,129 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2006 40,129 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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AD51 OTC is a 2002 Volkswagen Sharan in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2002 Volkswagen Sharan models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 102,540 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 AD51 OTC, 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 24 years old, this Volkswagen Sharan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AD51 OTC registered?

AD51 OTC is a 2002 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 4 January 2002.

Is AD51 OTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD51 OTC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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