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EJ12 KBV

2012 Volkswagen Sharan

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

209,915 mi
Last recorded209,915 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2019
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Sharan82,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ12 KBV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2019 209,915 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 199,466 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2018 175,815 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2018 175,813 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2018 165,207 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 165,200 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 144,028 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 124,804 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 103,654 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 85,689 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 121,623 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2015 62,710 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 52,828 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 36,997 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 18 Oct 2013 32,852 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Apr 2013 12,083 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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EJ12 KBV is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EJ12 KBV, 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 EJ12 KBV registered?

EJ12 KBV is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 8 May 2012.

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