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AE53 LSO

2003 Volkswagen Sharan

Grey Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,272 mi
Last recorded101,272 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2007
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Sharan102,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 LSO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2007 101,272 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 98,168 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 98,168 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 74,065 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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AE53 LSO is a 2003 Volkswagen Sharan in Grey with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AE53 LSO, 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

How do I check the history of AE53 LSO?

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What year was AE53 LSO registered?

AE53 LSO is a 2003 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is AE53 LSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE53 LSO shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AE53 LSO have outstanding finance?

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