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AD53 OBM

2003 Volkswagen Sharan

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

175,371 mi
Last recorded175,371 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Sharan102,567 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 OBM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2019 175,371 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 172,795 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 169,179 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 165,348 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Deteriorated (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2015 158,765 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 151,680 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 142,426 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 133,421 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 110,044 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 93,103 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2009 93,103 miles

Outer Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 78,007 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2008 62,833 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f inner c/v joint gaiter split

Fail 11 Jan 2008 62,744 miles

Offside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f inner c/v joint gaiter split

Pass 11 Jan 2007 47,155 miles

n/s/r/ seat belt checked with child seat attatched

rear brake pads low

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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AD53 OBM is a 2003 Volkswagen Sharan in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AD53 OBM, 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.

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What year was AD53 OBM registered?

AD53 OBM is a 2003 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is AD53 OBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD53 OBM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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