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P117 CWL

1997 Volkswagen Sharan

Red Diesel 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

201,689 mi
Last recorded201,689 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2012
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Sharan122,156 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP117 CWL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 8 Sep 2012 201,689 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 201,689 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 189,473 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 172,191 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 154,922 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 154,922 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 138,600 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2008 138,600 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 124,475 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 124,475 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 113,138 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2006 113,138 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear 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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P117 CWL is a 1997 Volkswagen Sharan in Red with a 1,984cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 P117 CWL, 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 P117 CWL registered?

P117 CWL is a 1997 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 26 February 1997.

Is P117 CWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P117 CWL shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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