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YR62 UUS

2012 Volkswagen Sharan

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

155,667 mi
Last recorded155,667 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Sharan82,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR62 UUS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelSharan
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2025 155,667 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 147,649 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 139,156 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2022 133,431 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Outer brake light inoperative

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2021 131,132 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 124,128 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 16 Oct 2019 113,632 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2018 101,720 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 84,559 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' chips (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2017 69,735 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 54,829 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 37,033 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 22,898 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 22,873 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 20,808 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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YR62 UUS is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 YR62 UUS, 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 YR62 UUS registered?

YR62 UUS is a 2012 Volkswagen Sharan, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is YR62 UUS safe to buy?

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