2015 Volkswagen Sharan 2.0L Diesel · CY64 AAO

The most recent DVSA MOT test dated 29 January 2026 records a PASS with no advisories or defects, which on the surface presents a clean outcome. However, it must be noted that an identical date entry on 29 January 2026 shows a Dangerous failure on both rear tyres due to tread depth falling below the 1.6mm legal minimum and cuts exposing ply or cords. This indicates the vehicle was initially presented with dangerously illegal tyres, subsequently replaced, and then re-presented and passed the same day. Reviewing the broader history, the maintenance trend is broadly stable but reveals a persistent pattern of advisory issues that have either remained static or slowly progressed over several test cycles. The offside front shock absorber light oil misting has been flagged continuously from 2022 through 2025, and front suspension bushes at both sides have appeared as advisories across the last three tests, suggesting progressive wear rather than resolution. The recorded mileage of 130,755 miles over an 11-year vehicle age equates to an annual average of approximately 11,887 miles, which is broadly typical for a family MPV of this type and consistent with steady, regular usage rather than long periods of standing or unusually high accumulation. There are no significant unexplained mileage gaps between MOT entries, with annual readings progressing in a sensible and uniform manner. From a mechanical standpoint, this level of consistent use suggests the engine, transmission and drivetrain components have been worked regularly, which is generally favourable, though consumable items such as brakes, suspension joints and tyres will have seen commensurate wear proportional to the mileage covered. Recurring advisories for the offside front shock absorber oil misting warrant close inspection, as continued weeping of hydraulic fluid typically progresses to a more pronounced loss of damping efficiency. On a road test, the buyer should listen for clonking or knocking over uneven surfaces, excessive nose dive under braking, and a generally unsettled or floaty ride quality which would suggest the unit now requires replacement. The recurring advisories on both front lower suspension arm rear bushes are also concerning, since bush wear tends to progress over time and can ultimately compromise wheel geometry and handling precision. Symptoms to monitor include vague steering response, uneven or feathered front tyre wear particularly on inner or outer edges, and knocking or creaking noises when traversing speed bumps or during low-speed manoeuvres. Given the prior advisories on front brake disc pitting and brake pad wear in 2022, a thorough inspection of the braking system should be undertaken, including measurement of remaining pad material and disc thickness, as discs scored at the previous test may now be approaching the minimum serviceable thickness after a further 12,000 miles of use. Particular attention should also be directed to the rear tyres, given the Dangerous failure history at both the 2024 and 2026 tests on the same axle. This vehicle has demonstrated a pattern of rear tyres being run down to illegal tread depth, which raises questions about the previous owner's replacement intervals and whether wheel alignment or tracking issues may be accelerating rear tyre wear. At a test drive, the buyer should verify there is no pulling to one side, steering wheel misalignment, or uneven rear tyre wear across the tread face. Additionally, the 2021 advisory noted severe cracking and perishing on the offside rear tyre sidewall, and although the current MOT shows no defects, age-related rubber degradation remains a concern on an 11-year-old vehicle regardless of fitted tread depth. A close visual inspection of all four sidewalls for hairline cracks, bulging, or ozone damage is strongly recommended, along with verification of the tyre manufacturing date codes. Finally, given the vehicle's age and mileage, the prospective buyer should satisfy themselves that the timing belt or chain service interval has been observed according to manufacturer schedule, that the DSG automatic gearbox fluid and filter have been renewed where applicable, that the 12V battery is in sound condition with no slow cranking, and that the cooling system has been refreshed within the recommended calendar interval to prevent internal corrosion and water pump failure.