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AE03 SNK

2003 Volkswagen Sharan

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

116,786 mi
Last recorded116,786 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Sharan102,567 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 SNK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2019 116,786 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2019 116,782 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 106,924 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2018 106,924 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2017 97,487 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 86,231 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 84,180 miles

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

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

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear exhaust is slightly deteriorated

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

Fail 14 Jan 2015 84,180 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear exhaust is slightly deteriorated

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

Pass 13 Jan 2014 83,373 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 76,811 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 76,811 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 68,472 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 68,472 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 62,376 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 55,158 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 48,067 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 41,068 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 32,324 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 32,324 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2006 22,519 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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AE03 SNK is a 2003 Volkswagen Sharan in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 AE03 SNK, 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 AE03 SNK registered?

AE03 SNK is a 2003 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is AE03 SNK safe to buy?

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