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VN61 FJJ

2011 Volkswagen Sharan

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

345,582 mi
Last recorded345,582 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Sharan87,091 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN61 FJJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 345,582 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDE (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 314,496 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2024 314,496 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 288,308 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked outside swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 261,639 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 230,512 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Front both brake pads low

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 207,926 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 198,118 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 184,647 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 168,215 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 148,917 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 139,899 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 117,933 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 76,891 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2014 30,318 miles

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

front brake discs slightly worn

front wipers slightly smearing

Pass 25 Oct 2014 29,072 miles

Emissions To Clean

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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VN61 FJJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 VN61 FJJ, 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 VN61 FJJ registered?

VN61 FJJ is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 27 October 2011.

Is VN61 FJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN61 FJJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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