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AE53 SZK

2003 Volkswagen Sharan

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

95,530 mi
Last recorded95,530 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Sharan102,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 SZK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 95,530 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 92,743 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 88,129 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 84,685 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

general body condition

Pass 16 Jul 2021 82,666 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

general body corrosion

Pass 14 Jul 2020 80,814 miles

general underbody corrosion

Pass 17 Jul 2019 78,294 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 73,567 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

both front brake discs badly worn

Fail 8 Aug 2018 73,565 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear tyre cracking around outer edge

Offside Front tyre worn badly inner edge

both front brake discs badly worn

Pass 18 Jul 2017 71,397 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 69,181 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 64,320 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 60,570 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 59,586 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 55,318 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 51,195 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 48,623 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 45,514 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 43,487 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 41,006 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2006 33,012 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 SZK is a 2003 Volkswagen Sharan in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 SZK, 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

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What year was AE53 SZK registered?

AE53 SZK is a 2003 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is AE53 SZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE53 SZK shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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