2016 Volkswagen Sharan 2.0L Diesel · GJ16 FTC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its latest MOT on 27 February 2026 at 149,949 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable despite a significant failure just one day prior. While the failure at 149,863 miles resulted from excessively worn suspension arm bushes on both the nearside and offside front, the immediate pass indicates that the owner addressed these mechanical faults promptly to maintain legal road standards. The vehicle shows high-intensity usage, averaging approximately 15,000 miles per year over its ten-year life. Between August 2024 and February 2026, the car covered 44,753 miles, reflecting a consistent and heavy annual mileage pattern. This high mileage profile places significant stress on wear-related components and the drivetrain. The clean records between the tests in 2024 and 2025 suggest that the vehicle was generally well-maintained until the recent suspension issues in early 2026. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension to ensure the recently replaced bushes were fitted with high-quality parts and properly aligned. Given the high mileage, attention must also be paid to the condition of the shock absorbers and coil springs, which often reach the end of their life at this interval. Checking for mounting corrosion on the chassis and undercarriage is also justified, as high-mileage vehicles often accelerate the degradation of structural components through exposure to the elements.