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FT61 FLE

2011 Volkswagen Sharan

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

115,977 mi
Last recorded115,977 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Sharan87,091 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT61 FLE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2025 115,977 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Jan 2025 115,975 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 111,164 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 105,391 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bot front console bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2021 98,276 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2021 98,276 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 90,590 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 83,431 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2018 74,324 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 65,339 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2016 54,986 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 44,188 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 33,046 miles

All 4 tyres worn on edges.

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear 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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FT61 FLE is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 FT61 FLE, 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

How do I check the history of FT61 FLE?

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What year was FT61 FLE registered?

FT61 FLE is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 21 December 2011.

Is FT61 FLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT61 FLE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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