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HF61 BYX

2011 Volkswagen Sharan

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

158,206 mi
Last recorded158,206 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Sharan87,091 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF61 BYX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2026 158,206 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2025 154,811 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 142,417 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Sep 2024 142,396 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 130,337 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 118,355 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 104,903 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2020 97,514 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 87,978 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2018 74,957 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 62,290 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement console brush split and perished (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement console brush split and perished (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 48,804 miles

both console rear bushes are perished and starting to split

Pass 22 Sep 2015 38,558 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 29,155 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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HF61 BYX is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 HF61 BYX, 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 HF61 BYX registered?

HF61 BYX is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is HF61 BYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF61 BYX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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