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MUI 2739

1998 Volkswagen Sharan

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2015
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

187,019 mi
Last recorded187,019 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2014
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Sharan118,832 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMUI 2739
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2014 187,019 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 187,019 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 May 2013 17,328 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 17,328 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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MUI 2739 is a 1998 Volkswagen Sharan in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Volkswagen Sharan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 118,832 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MUI 2739, 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 28 years old, this Volkswagen Sharan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MUI 2739?

You can check the full history of MUI 2739 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MUI 2739 registered?

MUI 2739 is a 1998 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 7 July 1998.

Is MUI 2739 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MUI 2739 shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MUI 2739 have outstanding finance?

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