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FM61 AFA

2011 Volkswagen Sharan

Black Diesel 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,345 mi
Last recorded123,345 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2024
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Sharan87,091 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM61 AFA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2024 123,345 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 117,614 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 110,297 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 103,770 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 98,870 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2020 98,870 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 90,306 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 77,984 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 98,005 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 97,750 miles

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

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine management light on

Offside Rear Nail in tyre close to outer edge. 225/50r17v ()

Pass 25 Jan 2016 42,703 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Dec 2015 43,152 miles

Rear fog lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (1.3.2a)

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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FM61 AFA is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan in Black with a 2,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Sharan models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 87,091 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 FM61 AFA, 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 15 years old, this Volkswagen Sharan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FM61 AFA registered?

FM61 AFA is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 31 December 2011.

Is FM61 AFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM61 AFA shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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