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Volkswagen Sharan Mk1 (7M, facelift) (2000-2009) reliability

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Volkswagen Sharan Mk1 (7M, facelift) built around 2006: about average at the MOT

Volkswagen Sharan Mk1 (7M, facelift) models built around 2006 fail their MOT about as often as similar cars the same age. An independent inspection matters more than the wider numbers on cars this old.

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Key figure

33% of MOT tests on Volkswagen Sharan Mk1 (7M, facelift) models built around 2006 ended in a fail (retests included), against 33% for similar cars the same age.

Most common issue

The most common MOT issue on Volkswagen Sharan Mk1 (7M, facelift) models built around 2006 involves the suspension.

Volkswagen Sharan Mk1 (7M, facelift)
No reliability rating: not enough tests to rate2000-2009MPVPETROL / DIESEL

Based on 3,985 tests of Sharan models registered 2000-2009.

About 1 in 9 Sharan Mk1 (7M, facelift) MOTs (11.1%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2006 (19 years old), all fuels combined.

Based on 693 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025), a small sample, so the figure is likely between 9.0% and 13.7%. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted. Nor is a fail with no later MOT on record.

About 1 in 15 Sharan Mk1 (7M, facelift) MOTs (6.8%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2006 (19 years old).

Based on 693 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025), a small sample, so the figure is likely between 5.1% and 8.9%. Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.

Mk1 (7M, facelift) fail rate by age

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateUK average for cars this age
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
23936.0%
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
57934.7%
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
68436.0%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
63636.2%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
69333.2%
20 yearsbuilt around 2005
49234.5%
21 yearsbuilt around 2004
34137.8%
22 yearsbuilt around 2003
13531.9%
23 yearsbuilt around 2002
13433.6%
24 yearsbuilt around 2001
5234.6%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 21 years old.

How the Sharan Mk1 (7M, facelift) compares

At each age below, see how the Sharan Mk1 (7M, facelift) holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.

Based on 87,674 tests across 16 Volkswagen models, built around 2006 (19 years old).

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateVolkswagen average
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
23936.0%
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
57934.7%
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
68436.0%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
63636.2%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
69333.2%
20 yearsbuilt around 2005
49234.5%
21 yearsbuilt around 2004
34137.8%
22 yearsbuilt around 2003
13531.9%
23 yearsbuilt around 2002
13433.6%
24 yearsbuilt around 2001
5234.6%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.

What to check before viewing

The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.

Brake pipes and hoses

High priority

Look under the car for corrosion or chafing on the rigid brake pipes near the rear axle.

Underbody / chassis corrosion

High priority

Get the car on a ramp or jack point and inspect sills, subframe mounts, and rear suspension mounting points.

Suspension bushes and joints

Worth checking

Listen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Suspension

Worth checking

Inspect the suspension carefully and ask the seller for repair history.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

Other people carriers to compare

Other people carriers, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the Sharan Mk1 (7M, facelift).

  1. 1

    Toyota Alphard

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    22.8%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    6.8%
    Dangerous
    6.9%

    Lower fail rate: 22.8%, against 33.2% for the Volkswagen Sharan Mk1 (7M, facelift), both built around 2006.

    1,550 MOT tests on cars built around 2006

  2. 2

    Renault Kangoo

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    34.6%

    No clear edge over the Volkswagen Sharan Mk1 (7M, facelift) on these figures.

    Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.

    2,982 MOT tests on cars built around 2006

  3. 3

    Nissan Elgrand

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    27.5%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    12.7%
    Dangerous
    9.2%

    Lower fail rate: 27.5%, against 33.2% for the Volkswagen Sharan Mk1 (7M, facelift), both built around 2006.

    1,864 MOT tests on cars built around 2006

  4. 4

    Citroen Berlingo

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    33.2%
    Still registered at 10 years
    90.1%

    No clear edge over the Volkswagen Sharan Mk1 (7M, facelift) on these figures.

    5 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    5,201 MOT tests on cars built around 2006

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

How many are still registered

89%of all Volkswagen Sharan cars first registered in 2014 to 2015 were still registered 10 years later. This is the whole model, not only this generation.

UK average for cars first registered in 2014 to 2015: 92% · About typical

The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.

Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics (VEH0124).

Recall context

10 recalls in all

3 of the 10 Sharan Mk1 (7M, facelift) recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 1 Critical
  • 2 more

Top concerns

  • Twin-mass flywheel may fail and result in a vehicle fire
  • Bolts of the tandem fuel pump cover may break
  • Windscreen wiper motor may fail

For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.

What has gone wrong on Sharan Mk1 (7M, facelift) cars built around 2006

The share of diesel cars that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Based on 283 cars.

Structural systems

Suspension
73%
Drivetrain
59%
Emissions
47%
Steering
22%
Bodywork
18%

Wear items

Lighting
78%
Brakes
73%
Tyres
64%

Rust, which the MOT calls corrosion: 30% of these cars show rust-related issues at this age.

Check the sills, subframe and brake pipes before you decide.

How Sharan Mk1 (7M, facelift) cars have aged

How Sharan Mk1 (7M, facelift) cars have aged

How fail rates have changed as these cars got older. Each line follows cars first registered in about the same year across several years of MOT data. Not a prediction for any one car.

0%10%20%30%40%121416182022Age at MOTBuilt around 2009, 12 years old at the time of MOT: 31.7% (577 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2009, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 34.5% (531 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2009, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 34.4% (445 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2009, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 33.9% (384 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2009, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 34.0% (300 tests, 2025 data)2009Built around 2008, 13 years old at the time of MOT: 35.1% (834 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2008, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 32.1% (685 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2008, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 36.1% (570 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2008, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 35.4% (452 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2008, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 34.9% (338 tests, 2025 data)2008Built around 2007, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 35.8% (1,205 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2007, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 34.0% (992 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2007, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 37.7% (738 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2007, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 37.1% (520 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2007, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 34.8% (365 tests, 2025 data)2007Built around 2006, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 36.3% (1,144 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2006, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 35.7% (868 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2006, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 37.0% (657 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2006, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 38.1% (470 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2006, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 32.6% (325 tests, 2025 data)2006Built around 2005, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 34.2% (1,151 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2005, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 35.4% (927 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2005, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 36.5% (598 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2005, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 35.9% (345 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2005, 20 years old at the time of MOT: 34.5% (261 tests, 2025 data)2005Built around 2004, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 36.5% (874 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2004, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 38.4% (687 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2004, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 34.7% (383 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2004, 20 years old at the time of MOT: 38.3% (282 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2004, 21 years old at the time of MOT: 37.0% (165 tests, 2025 data)2004Built around 2003, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 37.7% (612 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2003, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 36.5% (419 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2003, 20 years old at the time of MOT: 35.3% (218 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2003, 21 years old at the time of MOT: 32.8% (125 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2003, 22 years old at the time of MOT: 33.3% (93 tests, 2025 data)2003Built around 2002, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 39.2% (388 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2002, 20 years old at the time of MOT: 31.2% (266 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2002, 21 years old at the time of MOT: 35.7% (185 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2002, 22 years old at the time of MOT: 35.2% (91 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2002, 23 years old at the time of MOT: 36.2% (58 tests, 2025 data)2002Built around 2001, 20 years old at the time of MOT: 36.7% (169 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2001, 21 years old at the time of MOT: 30.1% (73 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2001, 22 years old at the time of MOT: 30.9% (55 tests, 2023 data)2001
First registered around 2009First registered around 2008First registered around 2007First registered around 2006
How each part holds up as Mk1 (7M, facelift) cars age

How each part holds up as Mk1 (7M, facelift) cars age

The share of diesel cars built 2005-2008 that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Rates usually rise with age, but can dip slightly as cars leave the road.

Part of the car17 years18 years19 years20 years
Suspension69%74%73%71%
Brakes57%55%73%71%
Emissions40%36%47%46%
Tyres44%55%64%60%
Lighting69%76%78%79%
Drivetrain46%51%59%54%
Bodywork10%11%18%24%
Steering13%27%22%15%
Corrosion24%24%30%38%

Based on diesel cars in the 2005-2008 build-year band, from 149 to 349 cars at each age.

Mk1 (7M, facelift) variants compared
All generations of this modelNot much data

Most common issues on Volkswagen Sharans of this age

This list covers every Volkswagen Sharan built around 2006, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the Mk1 (7M, facelift) on its own.

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Suspension arm pin or bush worn, but not moving too much

    28.7%
    Advisory: 275Fail: 52 (16% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Brake pipe corroded or covered in grease

    24.7%
    Advisory: 234Fail: 25 (10% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    23.7%
    Advisory: 235Fail: 18 (7% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Body structure corroded, but not seriously weakened

    19.5%
    Advisory: 182Fail: 57 (24% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    19.2%
    Advisory: 180Fail: 8 (4% of the times it was found)

Based on 693 tests

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Frequently asked questions

Built around 2006 (19 years old), the Volkswagen Sharan Mk1 (7M, facelift) (2000-2009) fails MOTs at about the rate typical for this age. This is based on 693 19-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

*The build year is worked out from the date a car was first used on UK roads. For most cars this matches when it was registered, but imports may differ by a few months.

Data sourced from DVSA MOT History API. From 3,985 MOT tests on Volkswagen Sharans first registered between 2000-2009. These figures are a guide, not a guarantee.