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GL13 CNJ

2013 Volkswagen Sharan

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

86,147 mi
Last recorded86,147 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Sharan80,117 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL13 CNJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 86,147 miles

DPF light on dash

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2026 86,145 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Due to coolant leak (8.2.2.2 (e))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Coolant leak And expansion tank empty ()

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 81,253 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2025 81,134 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2024 73,960 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 68,291 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2022 63,015 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2021 57,889 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2019 50,745 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2018 44,075 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 34,756 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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GL13 CNJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Sharan in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 GL13 CNJ, 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.

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What year was GL13 CNJ registered?

GL13 CNJ is a 2013 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 18 July 2013.

Is GL13 CNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL13 CNJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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