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AE53 WTT

2003 Volkswagen Sharan

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

105,246 mi
Last recorded105,246 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2013
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Sharan102,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2013 105,246 miles

n/s/f tyre bald on inner edge

o/s/f outer cv boot leaking greese

Fail 9 Mar 2013 105,157 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s/f tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 11 Feb 2012 94,095 miles

cut in n/s/r tyre tread

front discs worn

play in o/s/f top shock mount

Pass 21 Feb 2011 85,201 miles

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

rear most seats not fitted at time of test

Pass 4 Feb 2010 73,317 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

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

Fail 4 Feb 2010 73,317 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2009 59,668 miles

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

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2008 48,150 miles

o/s/r seat not fitted visual of seat belt only

Pass 11 Nov 2006 33,233 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2006 33,233 miles

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

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

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 WTT is a 2003 Volkswagen Sharan in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 AE53 WTT, 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 AE53 WTT registered?

AE53 WTT is a 2003 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 17 November 2003.

Is AE53 WTT safe to buy?

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