2010 Volkswagen Sharan — MOT failures & pass rate
4,825 MOT tests on the 2010 Volkswagen Sharan are in this dataset, and 74.1% of them passed. MPVs of a similar age fail at 25.8%, so the 2010 Sharan sits squarely on the average. Failures cluster in suspension, lighting & signalling and tyres.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — suspension (15.1%) and lighting & signalling (13.6%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are pins and bushes, position lamp and headlamp aim — pins and bushes alone was recorded 386 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 21.6% in the 30-60k band and 27.6% in the 150k+ band, a 6.1-point spread.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 41.5% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 24.1% of tests failed in 2021 against 28.4% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 15.1% | 727 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 13.6% | 657 |
| 3 | Tyres | 6.5% | 311 |
| 4 | Brakes | 6.1% | 295 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 5.0% | 241 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 4.4% | 211 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pins and bushes | 386 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 242 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 189 |
| 4 | Coil spring | 170 |
| 5 | Side repeaters | 170 |
| 6 | Linkage ball joint dust cover | 168 |
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 | 41.5% | 2,002 |
| 2 | Tyres | 29.1% | 1,405 |
| 3 | Brakes | 25.5% | 1,232 |
| 4 | Other defects | 15.2% | 735 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 9.4% | 453 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.1% | 438 |
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 | 167 | 21.6% |
| 60-90k | 670 | 23.9% |
| 90-120k | 1,176 | 25.8% |
| 120-150k | 1,177 | 25.3% |
| 150k+ | 1,617 | 27.6% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 4,635 | 26.1% |
| Petrol | 190 | 20.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,124 | 24.1% |
| 2022 | 1,051 | 25.5% |
| 2023 | 983 | 26.7% |
| 2024 | 855 | 25.4% |
| 2025 | 812 | 28.4% |
What to check before buying a 2010 Sharan
On a 2010 Sharan, suspension is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 15.1% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Suspension (15.1% 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 (13.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (6.5% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
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 2010 Volkswagen Sharans pass their MOT?
74.1% of the 4,825 2010 Volkswagen Sharan MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 25.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2010 Volkswagen Sharan?
Suspension, recorded in 15.1% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (13.6%).
Does the 2010 Sharan get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 21.6% in the 30-60k band to 27.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 4,825 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.