2000 Volkswagen Sharan — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 444 MOT tests, the 2000 Volkswagen Sharan recorded a 67.3% pass rate. That is 3.1 percentage points worse than MPVs of a similar age, which fail at 29.5%. Failures cluster in suspension, lighting & signalling and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: suspension, recorded in 19.8% of tests against 14.6% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, chassis condition and position lamp — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 60 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 20.8% in the 30-60k band and 36.0% in the 150k+ band, a 15.2-point spread.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 41.4% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 19.8% | 88 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 14.6% | 65 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 12.4% | 55 |
| 4 | Brakes | 9.9% | 44 |
| 5 | Steering | 8.3% | 37 |
| 6 | Tyres | 5.6% | 25 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 60 |
| 2 | Chassis condition | 32 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 22 |
| 4 | Pins and bushes | 22 |
| 5 | Steering rack | 20 |
| 6 | Rigid brake pipes | 20 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 41.4% | 184 |
| 2 | Brakes | 41.0% | 182 |
| 3 | Tyres | 30.9% | 137 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 27.9% | 124 |
| 5 | Other defects | 23.6% | 105 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 10.6% | 47 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 48 | 20.8% |
| 60-90k | 54 | 29.6% |
| 90-120k | 104 | 33.7% |
| 120-150k | 85 | 34.1% |
| 150k+ | 150 | 36.0% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 322 | 33.5% |
| Petrol | 122 | 30.3% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 164 | 34.2% |
| 2022 | 117 | 33.3% |
| 2023 | 73 | 32.9% |
| 2024 | 52 | 25.0% |
| 2025 | 38 | 34.2% |
What to check before buying a 2000 Sharan
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: suspension accounted for 19.8% of tests. Start there.
- Suspension (19.8% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (14.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Body, structure & corrosion (12.4% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2000 Volkswagen Sharans pass their MOT?
67.3% of the 444 2000 Volkswagen Sharan MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 32.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2000 Volkswagen Sharan?
Suspension, recorded in 19.8% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (14.6%).
Does the 2000 Sharan get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 20.8% in the 30-60k band to 36.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 444 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.