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P758 BBW

1997 Volkswagen Sharan

Black Petrol 2792cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

124,928 mi
Last recorded124,928 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2011
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Sharan122,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP758 BBW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,792cc
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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2011 124,928 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 124,928 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

nearside front tyre outer sidewall cut no cords

Pass 2 Oct 2010 119,114 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 119,114 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 110,595 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both rear tyres cracked on tread and walls

offside rear tyre worn on edge

Pass 31 Oct 2008 102,959 miles

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

o/s/front tyre worn on inside edge

Fail 31 Oct 2008 102,959 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

o/s/front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 17 Oct 2007 94,253 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 86,347 miles
Pass 28 May 2005 78,761 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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P758 BBW is a 1997 Volkswagen Sharan in Black with a 2,792cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P758 BBW, 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.

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What year was P758 BBW registered?

P758 BBW is a 1997 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 24 April 1997.

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