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DE51 DKU

2001 Volkswagen Sharan

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2020
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

203,826 mi
Last recorded203,826 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Sharan103,283 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE51 DKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2019 203,826 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2019 203,426 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 184,224 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 183,646 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 73,732 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 61,870 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Nov 2008 61,870 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 50,070 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 50,070 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 39,504 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Nov 2006 39,492 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

both front tyres worn on edges {215/55/16/h}

Pass 18 Nov 2005 31,234 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2005 31,234 miles

Nearside Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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DE51 DKU is a 2001 Volkswagen Sharan in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 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 DE51 DKU, 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 DE51 DKU registered?

DE51 DKU is a 2001 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 10 December 2001.

Is DE51 DKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE51 DKU shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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