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AE03 WZU

2003 Volkswagen Sharan

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

130,076 mi
Last recorded130,076 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Sharan102,567 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 WZU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2016 130,076 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 120,619 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 113,785 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 105,985 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 105,985 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 97,619 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2012 97,619 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 90,190 miles

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

front disc worn + have lip

Pass 15 Mar 2010 80,410 miles

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

N/S/F inner cv boot split

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2009 69,829 miles

play in n/s/f top door hinge.grease around n/s/f inner cv boot.

Pass 17 Mar 2008 59,483 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 48,879 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 36,111 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 WZU is a 2003 Volkswagen Sharan in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 WZU, 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 WZU registered?

AE03 WZU is a 2003 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is AE03 WZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE03 WZU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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