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AE18 LXO

2018 Volkswagen Sharan

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

182,500 mi
Last recorded182,500 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Volkswagen Sharan49,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE18 LXO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 182,500 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2025 166,825 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 149,287 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2024 129,257 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2024 129,257 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2023 106,794 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 83,375 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 66,233 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 53,581 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 53,489 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 10 Feb 2021 36,504 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2021 36,503 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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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AE18 LXO is a 2018 Volkswagen Sharan in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2018 Volkswagen Sharan models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 49,974 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AE18 LXO, 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 8 years old, this Volkswagen Sharan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE18 LXO registered?

AE18 LXO is a 2018 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 1 March 2018.

Is AE18 LXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE18 LXO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE18 LXO have outstanding finance?

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