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FY11 VCJ

2011 Volkswagen Sharan

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,292 mi
Last recorded83,292 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Sharan87,091 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY11 VCJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 83,292 miles

Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Master cylinder boot has misting oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Oct 2025 83,292 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working Mirror indicator (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Master cylinder boot has misting oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2024 80,309 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2024 80,307 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn brake reaction bush split and separated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn brake reaction bush split and separated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn to and split to cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Oct 2023 77,207 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2022 74,196 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2022 74,196 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm almost to cord on inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Oct 2021 69,660 miles

Front tyres wearing close to the limit and also wearing on inner and outer edges

Nearside Rear reflector damaged

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arms both sides (lower ones) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 65,596 miles

Nearside Front anti roll bar drop link bar upper dust cover slightly split

Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed centre belt (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

stone chip/crack in windscreen on passengers side

unable to see/inspect rear inner and outer brake pads

Pass 15 Oct 2019 62,138 miles

Offside Rear Inner brake pad wearing low

Pass 11 Oct 2018 56,684 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 56,684 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2017 51,937 miles

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

Rear tyre(s) sidewall deteriorated

Fail 22 Nov 2017 51,937 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear tyre(s) sidewall deteriorated

Pass 18 Oct 2016 45,767 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 36,365 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Fail 28 Mar 2015 36,365 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Mar 2014 30,117 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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FY11 VCJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FY11 VCJ, 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 FY11 VCJ registered?

FY11 VCJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 21 March 2011.

Is FY11 VCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY11 VCJ shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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