2017 Volkswagen Sharan 2.0L Diesel · SB17 RTO

The vehicle presents a generally stable maintenance profile, though the most recent inspection indicates the onset of wear in the front suspension. While the December 2025 test at 101,894 miles resulted in a pass, the tester flagged worn pins or bushes on both the nearside and offside front lower suspension arms. This follows a clean result in May 2025 at 100,528 miles, suggesting that these components have recently reached the end of their service life or have degraded following a period of increased use. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical annual usage pattern for a nine-year-old vehicle. The records show steady progress from 73,982 miles in May 2022 to 101,894 miles in December 2025. This averages approximately 9,400 miles per year over the recorded period, which aligns closely with the vehicle's overall lifetime average of 11,322 miles per year. The absence of significant gaps in testing or sudden spikes in mileage suggests regular, predictable road use rather than long periods of inactivity. A prospective buyer should focus physical inspections on the front suspension assembly to assess the extent of the bush wear noted in the latest MOT. While the defects were not listed as causing excessive movement, the presence of wear on both sides often indicates a need for upcoming replacement to prevent further deterioration of handling and tyre wear. The May 2023 test at 82,576 miles highlighted front tyres worn close to the legal limit, which, combined with the current suspension advisories, reinforces the need to check the current condition of all tyres and the alignment of the front axle. Beyond these specific points, the clean records from 2022 and 2024 suggest that the vehicle has not suffered from recurring structural corrosion or significant mechanical failures during these intervals. However, the transition from a clean test in May 2025 to suspension advisories in December 2025 marks a shift from consumable maintenance to more significant component wear. Verifying the condition of the lower control arms and checking for any signs of uneven tyre wear during a test drive is recommended.