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Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI reliable? We analysed 266 real MOT tests across 158 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 266 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
59.8%
Typical Mileage
176,627mi
Annual Mileage
7,146mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI.

Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,414 mi/yr
Typical
7,146 mi/yr
Average
8,752 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,300 mi/yr

Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
176,627 mi
75th Percentile
197,525 mi
95th Percentile
232,044 mi
Max Recorded
252,367 mi

How Does the Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI THIS CAR 59.8% 266 176,627 mi — yrs
Volkswagen Golf 74.9% 22,270,993 83,305 mi 37 yrs
Volkswagen Polo 72.9% 14,598,296 60,351 mi 35 yrs
Volkswagen Passat 73.5% 6,960,690 105,632 mi 32 yrs
Nissan Juke Kiiro Dig-t 93.2% 472 22,382 mi — yrs

Compared to the Volkswagen Golf (74.9% pass rate) and the Volkswagen Polo (72.9% pass rate), the Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI?

The Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI has an overall MOT pass rate of 59.8% across 266 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.

A typical Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI owner drives around 7,146 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI reliable?
Based on 266 MOT tests, the Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI has a 59.8% pass rate — below average, so factor in potential repair costs.
What are the common problems on a Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI do per year?
The typical Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI does around 7,146 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Volkswagen Sharan Sl TDI?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.