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P4 SPN

1998 Volkswagen Sharan

Blue Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

151,970 mi
Last recorded151,970 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 Volkswagen Sharan118,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP4 SPN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2016 151,970 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 141,957 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2015 141,957 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 132,609 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 127,363 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 114,804 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 104,023 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 92,737 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 81,964 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 78,072 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 75,188 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 72,484 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 67,274 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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P4 SPN is a 1998 Volkswagen Sharan in Blue with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 P4 SPN, 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.

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What year was P4 SPN registered?

P4 SPN is a 1998 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is P4 SPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P4 SPN shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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