Volkswagen Sharan MOT Failure Rate — 15+ Years Old

51.2%
MOT failure rate for 15+-year-old Volkswagen Sharan vehicles
Based on 14,500 MOT tests
23.2pp above the UK average (28%)

This model shows significant deterioration in this age bracket, with a 51.2% failure rate. Pre-MOT inspection strongly recommended, especially for suspension.

Component Risk Breakdown (15+ Years)

Which parts of a 15+-year-old Volkswagen Sharan are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Suspension 12.8%
Lamps & Electrics 12.0%
Body & Chassis 10.0%
Brakes 8.2%
Steering 4.2%
Tyres 3.9%
Visibility 2.7%

How Does This Compare?

Volkswagen Sharan MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 15.5% 12,632 Visibility
3-5 years 14.3% 46,391 Tyres
6-10 years 23.3% 55,537 Tyres
11-15 years 39.0% 23,894 Suspension
15+ years 51.2% 14,500 Suspension

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 15+ year old Volkswagen Sharan reliable?

15+-year-old Volkswagen Sharan vehicles have a 51.2% failure rate, which is above average. Consider a pre-MOT inspection, particularly checking suspension.

What are the common MOT failures on a 15+ year old Volkswagen Sharan?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Suspension — 12.8% failure risk
  • Lamps & Electrics — 12.0% failure risk
  • Body & Chassis — 10.0% failure risk

How can I prepare my Volkswagen Sharan for its MOT?

For a 15+-year-old Volkswagen Sharan, focus on: (1) Suspension — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 15+-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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