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K6 GKW

1996 Volkswagen Sharan

Blue Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

283,183 mi
Last recorded283,183 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2010
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Sharan120,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK6 GKW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2010 283,183 miles

rear/rear seats not fitted at time of test

Pass 15 Oct 2009 267,549 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 267,549 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear/rear both seats not fitted. seat belts not tested

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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K6 GKW is a 1996 Volkswagen Sharan in Blue with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Sharan models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 120,569 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 K6 GKW, 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 30 years old, this Volkswagen Sharan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K6 GKW registered?

K6 GKW is a 1996 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is K6 GKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K6 GKW shows 3 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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