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FY13 VYJ

2013 Volkswagen Sharan

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

142,452 mi
Last recorded142,452 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Sharan80,117 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY13 VYJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 142,452 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2025 140,588 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2024 129,263 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge for full circumference (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge for full circumference (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 115,436 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge for full circumference (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge for full circumference (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge for full circumference (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Oct 2023 115,432 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge for full circumference (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge for full circumference (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge for full circumference (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 98,606 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2021 85,609 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2021 85,609 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

Pass 6 May 2020 80,583 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn low on edges

Nearside Rear tyre perished and worn bald inner edge

Offside Front tyre worn low on edges

Offside Rear tyre perished and worn bald inner edge

Pass 24 Apr 2019 74,063 miles

undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 May 2018 63,704 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 53,096 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 44,650 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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FY13 VYJ is a 2013 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 2013 Volkswagen Sharan models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 80,117 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 FY13 VYJ, 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 13 years old, this Volkswagen Sharan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY13 VYJ registered?

FY13 VYJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 11 April 2013.

Is FY13 VYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY13 VYJ 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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