2012 Volkswagen Sharan 2.0L Diesel · BD12 PXG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of deferred suspension and safety repairs. While it passed the latest test in November 2025 at 179,568 miles, the tester immediately identified reduced damping on the nearside front shock absorber and corrosion on both rear suspension arms. This follows a significant failure in December 2024 where multiple critical issues were flagged, including worn suspension bushes and exposed tyre cords. The pattern suggests the owner only addresses faults once they trigger an MOT failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 179,568 miles, this 14-year-old Sharan has covered an average of 12,800 miles per year. The data shows consistent high-mile usage, with 5,438 miles covered between the December 2024 and November 2025 tests. This sustained use puts considerable strain on heavy-duty components like bushings and dampers. The recurring failure of front suspension arm bushes noted across 2022, 2023, and 2024 indicates that the front geometry is under constant stress due to the high mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the entire subframe and chassis. The corrosion noted on the rear suspension arms in late 2025 requires close monitoring to ensure structural integrity is not progressing beyond surface rust. Given the repeated history of worn bushes and leaking shock absorbers, the entire suspension assembly should be checked for play or perished rubber that the MOT may have missed. Additionally, the driver's seat belt, previously flagged in late 2024, should be verified for any further fraying, and the tyres require inspection for uneven inner-edge wear which suggests potential alignment issues stemming from the worn suspension components.