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SL61 XXY

2011 Volkswagen Sharan

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

110,726 mi
Last recorded110,726 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Sharan87,091 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL61 XXY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 110,726 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2024 102,306 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 93,604 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 85,610 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2022 85,610 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2021 74,962 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 69,730 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/f and o/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/f and o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Oct 2020 69,730 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/f and o/s/r (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s/f and o/s/r (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2019 63,539 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 57,015 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 49,235 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2017 49,234 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 13 Oct 2016 40,807 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2015 31,299 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 22,663 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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SL61 XXY is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan in Grey 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 SL61 XXY, 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 SL61 XXY registered?

SL61 XXY is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 20 October 2011.

Is SL61 XXY safe to buy?

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