VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN MOT pass rate
81.3% of 54,260 VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN MOT tests pass.
The SHARAN has a pass rate of 81.3%, a little higher than the average across all VOLKSWAGEN models (79.0%).
The VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN has a pass rate of 81.3%, a little higher than the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate drops sharply with age: the VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN tested at 0–3 years pass 86.3% of the time, compared with just 57.6% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 86.3% | 1,894 | 25,612 miles |
| 3–6 years | 89.8% | 15,278 | 76,151 miles |
| 6–10 years | 84.2% | 17,888 | 110,515 miles |
| 10–15 years | 77.1% | 13,499 | 114,899 miles |
| 15+ years | 57.6% | 5,701 | 143,621 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN
The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN fails its MOT is suspension — present in 53.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Pin or bush excessively worn".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 53.9% | Pin or bush excessively worn |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 36.8% | Not working |
| Tyres | 36.2% | Has ply or cords exposed |
| Brakes | 24.1% | Less than 1.5 mm thick |
| Body, chassis, structure | 17.5% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 10.7% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Visibility | 9.7% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 5.4% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Steering | 5.3% | Gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Road Wheels | 1.8% | Fixing missing |
Related VOLKSWAGEN models
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — 80.7% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO — 74.5% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER — 74.6% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN — 86.7% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT — 76.9% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN CADDY — 76.6% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN?
- 81.3% of VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN MOT tests pass, based on 54,260 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN?
- The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN fails its MOT is suspension — present in 53.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Pin or bush excessively worn".
- Does this show the VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the VOLKSWAGEN service history guide for how to check and keep one.