2014 Volkswagen Sharan 1.4L Petrol · KE63 OPX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding mechanical wear and tear. The most recent test in April 2026 at 75,024 miles identified rear brake discs that are pitted and scored. While this did not result in a failure, it follows a pattern of escalating component degradation noted in previous years. The transition from a clean record in 2022 to multiple mechanical advisories suggests a reactive rather than proactive maintenance approach. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use family vehicle, averaging approximately 6,250 miles per year. There is a significant gap in data between January 2022 at 22,068 miles and March 2023 at 25,699 miles, during which the car covered only 3,600 miles. However, usage increased sharply between 2023 and 2025, with 22,000 miles covered in that two-year period. This surge in activity correlates with the appearance of worn rubber components and tyre issues in the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, as records consistently flag worn ball joints and bushes from 2023 through 2025. The nearside front suspension arm ball joint noted with play in 2025 indicates that components are nearing the end of their life. Additionally, the recurring reports of worn tyres in 2023 and 2024 point to potential alignment issues or a failure to replace tyres before they reached legal limits. The pitted brake discs identified in the 2026 test should be checked for thickness to ensure they are not nearing immediate replacement requirements.