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BU16 XFV

2016 Volkswagen Sharan

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,819 mi
Last recorded122,819 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Volkswagen Sharan66,088 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 XFV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2026 122,819 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 109,334 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 98,127 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 15 Feb 2023 85,943 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 62,479 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 50,003 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 46,851 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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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BU16 XFV is a 2016 Volkswagen Sharan in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Volkswagen Sharan models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 66,088 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 BU16 XFV, 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 10 years old, this Volkswagen Sharan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU16 XFV registered?

BU16 XFV is a 2016 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is BU16 XFV safe to buy?

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