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AF51 CEJ

2001 Volkswagen Sharan

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

95,214 mi
Last recorded95,214 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2014
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Sharan103,283 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF51 CEJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2014 95,214 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 88,772 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2013 88,760 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fail 7 Feb 2012 38,387 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Feb 2012 38,387 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 76,645 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 69,427 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 69,427 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 59,922 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 57,252 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 52,685 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 46,111 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 45,904 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

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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AF51 CEJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Sharan in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Sharan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 103,283 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 AF51 CEJ, 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 25 years old, this Volkswagen Sharan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF51 CEJ registered?

AF51 CEJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 6 December 2001.

Is AF51 CEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF51 CEJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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