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BD51 AUE

2001 Volkswagen Sharan

Red Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

143,564 mi
Last recorded143,564 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Sharan103,283 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD51 AUE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2016 143,564 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 141,050 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 141,010 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2014 128,650 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2012 127,126 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 26 Nov 2011 123,207 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 122,794 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 122,727 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

brake pad warning light on

noise from gearbox

o/s/r spring lower rubber bush deteriated

Pass 20 Nov 2009 107,884 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 92,736 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 26 Nov 2007 80,981 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 72,786 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2005 63,434 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2005 63,434 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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BD51 AUE is a 2001 Volkswagen Sharan in Red with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BD51 AUE, 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 BD51 AUE registered?

BD51 AUE is a 2001 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 6 December 2001.

Is BD51 AUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD51 AUE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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