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Volkswagen Sharan

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

Y242 GAEMOT history

Y242 GAE is a blue petrol Volkswagen Sharan first used on 2 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 97,968 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
97,968 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,742 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y242 GAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Sharan
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y242 GAE was last recorded at 97,968 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,960 miles · 25 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
3,742 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,968 miles
  • 2025 – 96,739 miles
  • 2024 – 95,311 miles
  • 2023 – 93,821 miles
  • 2022 – 92,436 miles
  • 2021 – 91,365 miles
  • 2020 – 90,211 miles
  • 2019 – 89,020 miles
  • 2018 – 87,570 miles
  • 2017 – 85,789 miles
  • 2016 – 82,999 miles
  • 2015 – 80,189 miles
  • 2014 – 76,427 miles
  • 2013 – 70,316 miles
  • 2012 – 64,348 miles
  • 2011 – 57,529 miles
  • 2010 – 49,549 miles
  • 2009 – 42,273 miles
  • 2008 – 35,912 miles
  • 2007 – 29,080 miles
  • 2006 – 23,026 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,968 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

30 tests since 16 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,968 miles (+8)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    97,968 miles
    Test number
    641422966277
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail97,960 miles (+1,221)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,960 miles
    Test number
    899624406222
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass96,739 miles (+1,428)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    96,739 miles
    Test number
    608060839611
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass95,311 miles (+1,490)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    95,311 miles
    Test number
    553021111102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass93,821 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    93,821 miles
    Test number
    446998234364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail93,819 miles (+1,383)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,819 miles
    Test number
    122469035862
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting holl (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting holl (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass92,436 miles (+1,071)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    92,436 miles
    Test number
    839319088867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass91,365 miles (+1,154)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    91,365 miles
    Test number
    666187118352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass90,211 miles (+1,191)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    90,211 miles
    Test number
    745605699458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass89,020 miles (+1,450)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    89,020 miles
    Test number
    313819555334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,570 miles (+1,781)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    87,570 miles
    Test number
    331457283815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,789 miles (+2,790)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    85,789 miles
    Test number
    259698214000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,999 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    82,999 miles
    Test number
    387043191019
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail82,999 miles (+2,810)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,999 miles
    Test number
    738703808763
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass80,189 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    80,189 miles
    Test number
    997392865035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Fail80,189 miles (+3,762)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,189 miles
    Test number
    159592465446
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Pass76,427 miles (+6,111)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    76,427 miles
    Test number
    419616254062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,316 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    70,316 miles
    Test number
    326310263073
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has slightly worn outer edge and deteriorated sidewall
    • NoteOffside front tyre has worn inner edge

  19. Fail70,315 miles (+5,967)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,315 miles
    Test number
    627900163051
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has slightly worn outer edge and deteriorated sidewall
    • NoteOffside front tyre has worn inner edge

  20. Pass64,348 miles (+6,819)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    64,348 miles
    Test number
    576854042027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass57,529 miles (+122)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    57,529 miles
    Test number
    106923561009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail57,407 miles (+7,858)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,407 miles
    Test number
    977689841047
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass49,549 miles (+7,276)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    49,549 miles
    Test number
    152210450486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,273 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    42,273 miles
    Test number
    622277749044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail42,273 miles (+6,361)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,273 miles
    Test number
    264957949018
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass35,912 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    35,912 miles
    Test number
    991930148084
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteNearside front tyre has a cut in sidewall
    • NotePlay in nearside front suspension top mount

  27. Fail35,912 miles (+6,832)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,912 miles
    Test number
    933470048059
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteNearside front tyre has a cut in sidewall
    • NotePlay in nearside front suspension top mount

  28. Pass29,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    29,080 miles
    Test number
    493131847068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail29,080 miles (+6,054)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,080 miles
    Test number
    953941647053
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating

  30. Pass23,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    23,026 miles
    Test number
    171497146019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y242 GAE

Does Y242 GAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y242 GAE is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y242 GAE?
The MOT on Y242 GAE is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y242 GAE done?
Y242 GAE was recorded at 97,968 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 3,742 miles a year.
Has Y242 GAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y242 GAE has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y242 GAE ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on Y242 GAE find?
Y242 GAE passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 10 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 7 more.

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