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WJ11 OLA

2011 Volkswagen Sharan

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

111,482 mi
Last recorded111,482 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2011 Volkswagen Sharan87,091 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ11 OLA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 111,482 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 109,404 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2025 109,404 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2024 101,827 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Feb 2024 101,827 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 91,872 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Feb 2023 91,872 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2022 84,284 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2022 84,284 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 76,723 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 70,858 miles

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

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

headlamp leveling switch loose in panel

Pass 4 Mar 2019 61,410 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 53,451 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads on 2mm (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2017 47,249 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

all tyres worn on edges

Fail 16 Feb 2017 47,249 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

all tyres worn on edges

Pass 1 Mar 2016 40,932 miles

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 20 Feb 2015 34,861 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Offside Outer Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 27,399 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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WJ11 OLA is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WJ11 OLA, 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 WJ11 OLA registered?

WJ11 OLA is a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 1 March 2011.

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