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BT12 DWK

2012 Volkswagen Sharan

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

260,587 mi
Last recorded260,587 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Sharan82,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT12 DWK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 260,587 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2026 260,385 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 241,262 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2024 231,942 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 211,243 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 195,030 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 164,701 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 144,277 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 126,043 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 104,861 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 87,688 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 71,351 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 52,921 miles

front brake disc slight lipped and worn

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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BT12 DWK is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Sharan models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 82,832 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 BT12 DWK, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Sharan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BT12 DWK registered?

BT12 DWK is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 26 June 2012.

Is BT12 DWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT12 DWK shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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