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DS62 BSX

2012 Volkswagen Sharan

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

109,012 mi
Last recorded109,012 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Sharan82,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS62 BSX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 109,012 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

corrosion to rear suspension components

Pass 18 Dec 2024 99,622 miles

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 91,876 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 80,510 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 70,746 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 63,839 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 56,889 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2018 46,684 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 36,787 miles

both rear tyres are cracking

Fail 18 Dec 2017 36,787 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyres are cracking

Pass 7 Dec 2016 27,783 miles

Offside rear brake disc corroded.

Pass 29 Dec 2015 20,235 miles

3 child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of seat belts

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended wishbone mounting (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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DS62 BSX is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DS62 BSX, 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 DS62 BSX registered?

DS62 BSX is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is DS62 BSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS62 BSX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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