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AD52 BWU

2003 Volkswagen Sharan

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

80,055 mi
Last recorded80,055 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Sharan102,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 BWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 80,055 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 77,490 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 74,222 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 70,499 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 68,547 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 68,278 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 66,978 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 64,044 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 61,257 miles

Both rear tires are different size to the front - Advise replacement

Pass 9 Mar 2017 54,397 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 49,154 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 43,245 miles

nsf tyre is a commercial tyre intended for van fitment

osf tyre is a commercial tyre intended for van fitmenmt

Pass 29 Mar 2014 41,515 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2013 39,420 miles

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

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

brake pipes slightly corroded

Fail 18 Jan 2013 39,420 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 30 Jan 2012 36,704 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear coolant seepage heater pipes

rear wiper blade defective

Pass 3 Feb 2011 33,365 miles

both rear metal brake pipes along rear suspension arms becomin corroded

n/s rear tyre just starting to perish and crack inner sidewall

Pass 26 Jan 2010 30,356 miles

front brake discs corroded

middle and rear exhaust corroded

n/s front tyre on 2mm

o/s rear tyre starting to perish and crack

oil level down

Pass 19 Feb 2009 28,097 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 13 Feb 2009 28,023 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 25,440 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside rear seat not fitted at time of test

Fail 14 Feb 2008 25,439 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside rear seat not fitted at time of test

Pass 15 Feb 2007 22,030 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

backrow seats not fitted at time of test

Pass 30 Jan 2006 17,271 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

two rear seats not fitted in back row at time of test

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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AD52 BWU is a 2003 Volkswagen Sharan in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Sharan models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 102,567 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 AD52 BWU, 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 23 years old, this Volkswagen Sharan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD52 BWU registered?

AD52 BWU is a 2003 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 22 February 2003.

Is AD52 BWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 BWU shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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