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P131 UWU

1997 Volkswagen Sharan

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

138,095 mi
Last recorded138,095 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2008
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Sharan122,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP131 UWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2008 138,095 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 119,497 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 106,764 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

brake pipes covered with grease ...unablr to fully inspect

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 3 Mar 2006 106,764 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

brake pipes covered with grease ...unablr to fully inspect

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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P131 UWU is a 1997 Volkswagen Sharan in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P131 UWU, 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 P131 UWU?

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What year was P131 UWU registered?

P131 UWU is a 1997 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 25 January 1997.

Is P131 UWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P131 UWU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P131 UWU have outstanding finance?

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