2013 Volkswagen Sharan 2.0L Diesel · FN13 AAZ

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift towards reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in December 2025 at 150,225 miles flagged multiple issues including worn front suspension bushes, thin rear brake pads, and a nearside rear tyre nearing legal limits. While the vehicle passed, these advisories indicate that components are reaching the end of their functional life and are currently being addressed only as they approach failure thresholds. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,500 miles per year. There is a steady accumulation of mileage, as seen in the 19,308 miles covered between November 2023 and December 2025. This consistent use explains the gradual wear observed in rubber-based suspension components and consumable braking parts. The record shows a relatively clean history between 2016 and 2019, but the frequency of defects in the last four years suggests the vehicle is entering a phase of higher maintenance. A buyer must prioritise the front suspension assembly, as the control arm bushes and anti-roll bar linkages have appeared as recurring failure points since 2022. The tester noted worn bushes across three consecutive tests, suggesting the front end may soon require significant component replacement to maintain handling stability. Additionally, the 2020 failure regarding ABS and electronic stability control faults necessitates a thorough check of the electronic safety systems to ensure no intermittent faults have returned since those repairs. Physical inspection should also focus on the braking system and tyre condition, as the latest record highlights thin pads and uneven tyre wear. Given the age and mileage, a check of the chassis for structural corrosion around the suspension mounting points is also vital, although the MOT history does not explicitly flag any structural issues. The damaged windscreen noted in November 2024 should be verified for spreading cracks that might have compromised structural integrity since the glass.