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RV61 XAK

2011 Volkswagen Sharan

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

242,115 mi
Last recorded242,115 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Sharan87,091 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV61 XAK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 242,115 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 228,443 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2025 228,440 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm bush damaged (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Front Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 211,014 miles

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2023 191,198 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 169,302 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2022 169,302 miles

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 147,143 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 135,412 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 131,159 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 118,222 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 118,222 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' driver side ,badly cracked. (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 99,641 miles

Nearside Front has nail in it and very worn on inner edge

Offside Front tyre very worn on inner edge

Pass 4 Apr 2016 81,971 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 8 Sep 2014 52,073 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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RV61 XAK is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RV61 XAK, 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 RV61 XAK registered?

RV61 XAK is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 8 September 2011.

Is RV61 XAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV61 XAK shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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