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RK61 XLP

2011 Volkswagen Sharan

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

146,122 mi
Last recorded146,122 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Sharan87,091 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK61 XLP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 146,122 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 135,872 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 125,302 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 117,398 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 109,373 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 103,643 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 94,569 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 84,232 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 75,567 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 73,225 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 61,505 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn smooth on both edges

Nearside Rear tyre worn smooth on inner edge

Offside Front tyre worn smooth badly on inner edge

Offside Rear tyre worn smooth on inner edge

Pass 1 Nov 2014 47,451 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 30 Oct 2014 47,451 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front 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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RK61 XLP is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 Volkswagen Sharan models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 87,091 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 RK61 XLP, 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 15 years old, this Volkswagen Sharan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RK61 XLP registered?

RK61 XLP is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 23 September 2011.

Is RK61 XLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK61 XLP 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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