2007 Volkswagen Sharan — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 6,412 MOT tests, the 2007 Volkswagen Sharan recorded a 68.5% pass rate. MPVs of a similar age fail 29.0% of the time, so this is 2.5pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in suspension, lighting & signalling and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — suspension (19.4%) and lighting & signalling (18.3%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, joints and position lamp — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 521 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 25.3% in the 30-60k band and 30.5% in the 150k+ band, a 5.2-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 45.7% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 19.4% | 1,244 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 18.3% | 1,172 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 14.6% | 934 |
| 4 | Brakes | 10.6% | 678 |
| 5 | Tyres | 5.7% | 366 |
| 6 | Visibility | 5.1% | 330 |
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 | 521 |
| 2 | Joints | 511 |
| 3 | Position lamp | 502 |
| 4 | Pins and bushes | 458 |
| 5 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 395 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 385 |
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 | 45.7% | 2,932 |
| 2 | Brakes | 29.1% | 1,868 |
| 3 | Tyres | 29.1% | 1,864 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 21.4% | 1,371 |
| 5 | Other defects | 18.3% | 1,170 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 13.4% | 859 |
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 | 202 | 25.3% |
| 60-90k | 574 | 32.2% |
| 90-120k | 1,427 | 31.9% |
| 120-150k | 1,793 | 33.2% |
| 150k+ | 2,384 | 30.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 6,137 | 31.8% |
| Petrol | 275 | 24.7% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,944 | 31.3% |
| 2022 | 1,600 | 30.5% |
| 2023 | 1,241 | 32.1% |
| 2024 | 932 | 32.9% |
| 2025 | 695 | 31.4% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Sharan
On a 2007 Sharan, suspension is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 19.4% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Suspension (19.4% 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 (18.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Body, structure & corrosion (14.6% 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 2007 Volkswagen Sharans pass their MOT?
68.5% of the 6,412 2007 Volkswagen Sharan MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 31.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Volkswagen Sharan?
Suspension, recorded in 19.4% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (18.3%).
Does the 2007 Sharan get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 25.3% in the 30-60k band to 30.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 6,412 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.