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FV61 ZTP

2011 Volkswagen Sharan

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

160,727 mi
Last recorded160,727 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Sharan87,091 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 ZTP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 160,727 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S rear at 2mm!! (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 152,826 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 Jan 2025 152,826 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2024 145,727 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2024 145,726 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 138,975 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Jan 2023 138,975 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both front lower arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 132,600 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2020 128,318 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front are low on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2019 112,917 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 91,816 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 78,481 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 64,793 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2016 64,793 miles

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 52,153 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 40,754 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nail in offside rear tyre

both rear tyres worn on inner edge

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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FV61 ZTP is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 FV61 ZTP, 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 FV61 ZTP registered?

FV61 ZTP is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 19 December 2011.

Is FV61 ZTP safe to buy?

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