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AK09 FHV

2009 Volkswagen Sharan

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

126,872 mi
Last recorded126,872 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Sharan99,106 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK09 FHV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 126,872 miles

Front oil leak

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 119,485 miles

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive to rear both sides inner /outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear various places (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 Jan 2024 119,485 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive to rear both sides inner /outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear various places (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Jan 2023 118,003 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2023 118,003 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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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AK09 FHV is a 2009 Volkswagen Sharan in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Sharan models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 99,106 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 AK09 FHV, 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 17 years old, this Volkswagen Sharan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK09 FHV registered?

AK09 FHV is a 2009 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 8 April 2009.

Is AK09 FHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK09 FHV shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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