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DU12 OXJ

2012 Volkswagen Sharan

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

147,220 mi
Last recorded147,220 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Sharan82,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU12 OXJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 147,220 miles

All rear suspension arm bushes deteriorating

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm/perishing/wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing/wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 May 2026 147,215 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

All rear suspension arm bushes deteriorating

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm/perishing/wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing/wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 145,571 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 4 Jun 2024 141,485 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (rear) bush slight worn/perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear general rear of vehicle underneath on subframe/chassis surface corrosion

Pass 9 Jun 2023 138,114 miles

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both fronts. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened Both rears. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear of car surface corrision.

Pass 27 May 2022 134,118 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored , worn and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored ,worn and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2021 128,945 miles

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both fronts starting to corrode. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear corroded.

Pass 10 Jun 2020 123,629 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 109,028 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 92,816 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 74,722 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 74,718 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 May 2016 61,857 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 46,028 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)

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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DU12 OXJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DU12 OXJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DU12 OXJ registered?

DU12 OXJ is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 23 April 2012.

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