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VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN (2022)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 36 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,737

£145/month

MOT Pass Rate

83%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 8-20

1395cc Petrol

Solid Option

83% pass rate, £1737/year to run. Close to the national average.

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Petrol1395cc4 years old36 tests45k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1395cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137
Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,737
Per month£145/mo
Per week£33/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

83% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 4 years old, 83% of VOLKSWAGEN SHARANs from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 36 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 45,020 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2022 cars1029th of 1,059(top 97%)
Rank among VOLKSWAGEN models696th of 1,118(top 62%)
vs national average+1%(82% avg)
vs 2022 cars average-11%(94% avg)
vs VOLKSWAGEN average-2%(85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

45,020

Average miles

vs

29,600

Expected for age

The average 2022 VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN has 45,020 miles on the clock, which is well above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car. Check service history carefully, as high-mileage cars need consistent maintenance to stay reliable.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2019 model with a 91% MOT pass rate, while the 1996 model has the lowest at 60%. The 2022 sits between the two at 83%.

VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202494%3258,054 mi
202396%4536,329 mi
202283%3645,020 mi
202188%2,86026,033 mi
202089%2,45840,416 mi
201991%9,70992,208 mi
201889%5,20980,763 mi
201788%5,43699,674 mi
201687%5,322117,033 mi
201583%5,386118,143 mi
201483%5,121116,423 mi
201382%4,249112,359 mi
201281%3,959107,276 mi
201181%4,078115,991 mi
201077%1,274139,864 mi
200969%1,013139,940 mi
200868%1,090140,672 mi
200765%1,352142,445 mi
200664%1,294142,616 mi
200564%1,301142,399 mi
200466%781149,108 mi
200364%501150,605 mi
200269%354140,476 mi
200169%163131,329 mi
200075%75134,486 mi
199963%57129,752 mi
199877%100149,156 mi
199771%79132,258 mi
199660%58159,071 mi

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About the 2022 VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN

The 2022 VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN is a small family car with a 1395cc petrol engine. 36 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 97% of 2022 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 45,020 miles at 4 years old, VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN owners cover more miles than the average driver. High-mileage examples should be checked carefully for wear on suspension, brakes, and drivetrain components.

2022 VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN Fuel Costs

The 1395cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2022 VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,737 145/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 83% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN Reliability Trend

Newer VOLKSWAGEN SHARANs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 16 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2022 VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN

At 4 years old, the VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 91%. Note: with only 36 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2022 VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2022 VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN(2022)83%£1137£195Grp 8-20£1737
NISSAN QASHQAI(2020)93%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1582-£155
MINI COOPER(2020)93%£1137£190Grp 12-25£1582-£155
FORD FIESTA(2020)91%£955£190Grp 1-8£1400-£337
AUDI Q2(2020)94%£955£190Grp 1-8£1400-£337

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

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