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GY61 VHM

2011 Volkswagen Sharan

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

134,021 mi
Last recorded134,021 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2024
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Sharan87,091 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY61 VHM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2024 134,021 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 127,141 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Spring support cup. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush in small Aluminium block. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Spring support cup. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre In centre. ()

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective Aero style blade missing blade edge. (3.4 (b) (i))

Unable to access and raise rear seat row in boot for inspection.

Fail 27 Oct 2023 127,129 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced LED unit built into mirror housing. (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Spring support cup. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush in small Aluminium block. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Spring support cup. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre In centre. ()

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective Aero style blade missing blade edge. (3.4 (b) (i))

Unable to access and raise rear seat row in boot for inspection.

Pass 19 Oct 2022 122,929 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2022 122,770 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front lower arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Oct 2021 117,974 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 24,868 miles

Rear axle corroded

Front under tray fitted

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both rears (NSR bottom coil) (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 113,384 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2018 110,446 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 97,257 miles

Offside Front cut in tyre tread

Pass 17 Nov 2016 73,112 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 50,004 miles

n/s/f headlight cracked

o/s/f tyre wearing low on inner edge

rear brake discs corroded and worn

Fail 21 Nov 2015 49,818 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

n/s/f headlight cracked

o/s/f tyre wearing low on inner edge

rear brake discs corroded and worn

Pass 22 Nov 2014 34,728 miles

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

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

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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GY61 VHM is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GY61 VHM, 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.

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What year was GY61 VHM registered?

GY61 VHM is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 29 November 2011.

Is GY61 VHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY61 VHM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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