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P129 TEG

1997 Volkswagen Sharan

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

136,115 mi
Last recorded136,115 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2007
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Sharan122,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP129 TEG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 4 Oct 2007 136,115 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 131,349 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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P129 TEG is a 1997 Volkswagen Sharan in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P129 TEG, 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

How do I check the history of P129 TEG?

You can check the full history of P129 TEG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P129 TEG registered?

P129 TEG is a 1997 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 24 June 1997.

Is P129 TEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P129 TEG shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P129 TEG have outstanding finance?

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