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YJ62 XGU

2012 Volkswagen Sharan

Black Petrol 1380cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,120 mi
Last recorded61,120 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Sharan82,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ62 XGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,380cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 24 Feb 2026 61,120 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2025 49,551 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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YJ62 XGU is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan in Black with a 1,380cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YJ62 XGU, 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 YJ62 XGU registered?

YJ62 XGU is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 24 September 2012.

Is YJ62 XGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ62 XGU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YJ62 XGU have outstanding finance?

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