Volkswagen Sharan (2011)
2011 Volkswagen Sharan
CarHunch analysed 2,608 real MOT records for the 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2011 Volkswagen Sharan's 80.6% first-time pass rate is fractionally above the UK average, but this masks a significant split between powerplants: petrol versions pass at a healthy 87%, while diesel models lag at 79.1%. The real concern here is that 44.6% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is well above acceptable and should be a red flag for any buyer.
These Sharans are averaging 91,041 miles—reasonable for a 13-year-old family MPV—yet they're racking up nearly 20 advisories per test alongside an average of 2.79 failures, suggesting cumulative wear across multiple systems. If you're considering one, insist on a pre-purchase inspection focusing on the braking and suspension components that typically trigger dangerous defects in this cohort.
What to check before buying a 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 44.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (81%) | 2,116 | 79.1% | 3.25 |
| Petrol (19%) | 491 | 87% | 0.8 |
| Gas (0%) | 1 | 66.7% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2011 Volkswagen Sharan vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2011 Volkswagen Sharan vehicles fall between 69,964 and 113,975 miles.
2011 Volkswagen Sharan — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 2,003 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 97% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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54.1%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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50.6%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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35.9%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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33.5%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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29.3%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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27.5%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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25.9%
Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
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25.8%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2011. Counts include advisories and failures.
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