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BU51 TZO

2001 Volkswagen Sharan

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

118,600 mi
Last recorded118,600 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2014
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Sharan103,283 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 TZO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2014 118,600 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 113,970 miles

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

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 24 May 2013 113,970 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 113,900 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front discs corroded

rear discs corroded

Pass 20 Mar 2009 103,281 miles

brake fluid warning lamp on dash indicating low fluid but unable to check on test due to location

n/s/f tyre only just legal advise replace

Fail 18 Mar 2009 103,213 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

brake fluid warning lamp on dash indicating low fluid but unable to check on test due to location

n/s/f tyre only just legal advise replace

Pass 17 Mar 2008 93,154 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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BU51 TZO is a 2001 Volkswagen Sharan in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BU51 TZO, 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 BU51 TZO registered?

BU51 TZO is a 2001 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is BU51 TZO safe to buy?

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