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P101 HMK

1997 Volkswagen Sharan

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

102,196 mi
Last recorded102,196 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2015
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Sharan122,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP101 HMK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2015 102,196 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 98,435 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 94,770 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 90,307 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 84,961 miles

Battery insecure

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

front brake discs wearing

Fail 17 Jan 2011 84,937 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Battery insecure

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

front brake discs wearing

Pass 15 Jan 2010 79,547 miles

both sump pans damaged

rear seats removed

Fail 14 Jan 2010 79,547 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Battery insecure

both sump pans damaged

rear seats removed

Pass 22 Jan 2009 75,200 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 75,131 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 75,131 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 73,188 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 69,400 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 65,335 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2005 65,335 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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P101 HMK is a 1997 Volkswagen Sharan in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Sharan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 122,156 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 P101 HMK, 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 29 years old, this Volkswagen Sharan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P101 HMK registered?

P101 HMK is a 1997 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 11 June 1997.

Is P101 HMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P101 HMK shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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