2016 Volkswagen Sharan 2.0L Diesel · OU16 OSR

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the most recent inspection indicates a shift from perfect records to emerging mechanical wear. While the car secured four clean passes between 2021 and 2024, the April 2025 test at 48,938 miles revealed multiple advisories. The appearance of all four tyres reaching the legal limit alongside wear on the front lower suspension bushes suggests that a period of reactive maintenance has begun following several years of clean reports. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,900 miles per year. There is a consistent usage pattern visible, with a jump of 8,262 miles between the May 2023 and 2024 tests, and a further 6,405-mile increase between April 2024 and April 2025. This low mileage often implies less drivetrain stress, but can also lead to rubber components hardening or brake seizing over time, which aligns with the suspension issues noted in the latest MOT entry. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the front suspension geometry. The 2025 test flagged both the nearside and central front lower suspension arm bushes for wear; while these did not cause a failure, they often lead to uneven tyre wear and handling instability if ignored. Given that all four tyres were flagged as being close to the limit in that same test, the buyer must verify if a full set of new rubber has been fitted or if the current set is nearing replacement. Checking the brake discs for corrosion is also advisable, as low-use vehicles frequently sit between the 2025 advisory.