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YJ61 VBV

2012 Volkswagen Sharan

Blue Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,631 mi
Last recorded92,631 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Sharan82,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ61 VBV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 92,631 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2025 92,631 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Nov 2024 87,544 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 80,474 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 70,666 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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YJ61 VBV is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan in Blue with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Sharan models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 82,832 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 YJ61 VBV, 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 14 years old, this Volkswagen Sharan is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YJ61 VBV registered?

YJ61 VBV is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 1 February 2012.

Is YJ61 VBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ61 VBV shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YJ61 VBV have outstanding finance?

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