Volkswagen Sharan (2023)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 45 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,853

£154/month

MOT Pass Rate

96%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 8-20

1398cc Petrol

Great Choice

96% pass rate, £1,853/year to run. 14 points above average.

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Petrol1398cc3 years old45 tests36k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1398cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,853

Per month£154/mo

Per week£36/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

96% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 14 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Volkswagen brand average of 85%.

96% of MOT tests on Volkswagen Sharans from 2023 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about a year old. That's based on 45 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 36,329 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2023 models87th of 165(bottom half)

Rank among Volkswagen models98th of 1,086(top 10%)

vs average of all models+14%(82% avg)

vs 2023 models average+1%(95% avg)

vs Volkswagen average+11%(85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

36,329

Average miles

7,400

Expected for age

The average 2023 Volkswagen Sharan had 36,329 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is well above the expected 7,400 miles for a 1-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?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2019 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 91%, while the 2003 model has the lowest at 64%. The 2023 scores 96%, but cars from 2023 weren't due their first routine MOT until 2026, so its figure isn't compared here. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Volkswagen Sharan by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2024	94%	32	58,054 mi
2023	96%	45	36,329 mi
2022	83%	36	45,020 mi
2021	88%	2,860	26,033 mi
2020	89%	2,458	40,416 mi
2019	91%	9,709	92,208 mi
2018	89%	5,209	80,763 mi
2017	88%	5,436	99,674 mi
2016	87%	5,322	117,033 mi
2015	83%	5,386	118,143 mi
2014	83%	5,121	116,423 mi
2013	82%	4,249	112,359 mi
2012	81%	3,959	107,276 mi
2011	81%	4,078	115,991 mi
2010	77%	1,274	139,864 mi
2009	69%	1,013	139,940 mi
2008	68%	1,090	140,672 mi
2007	65%	1,352	142,445 mi
2006	64%	1,294	142,616 mi
2005	64%	1,301	142,399 mi
2004	66%	781	149,108 mi
2003	64%	501	150,605 mi
2002	69%	354	140,476 mi
2001	69%	163	131,329 mi
2000	75%	75	134,486 mi
1999	63%	57	129,752 mi
1998	77%	100	149,156 mi
1997	71%	79	132,258 mi
1996	60%	58	159,071 mi

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2021 · 1499cc Petrol

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-2%

Audi Q2

2021 · 999cc Petrol

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About the 2023 Volkswagen Sharan

The 2023 Volkswagen Sharan is a small family car. Our records list a 1398cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 45 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all models from 2023, the average MOT pass rate is 95%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 36,329 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, 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.

2023 Volkswagen Sharan Fuel Costs

The 1398cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2023 Volkswagen Sharan?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,853 (£154/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 96% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Volkswagen Sharan Reliability Trend

Newer Volkswagen Sharans pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 17 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2023 Volkswagen Sharan

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 91%. Note: with only 45 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

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 2023 Volkswagen Sharan stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Volkswagen Sharan(2023)	96%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£1,853
MINI Cooper(2021)	94%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853same
Nissan Qashqai(2021)	94%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£1,853same
Audi Q2(2021)	95%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630-£223
Toyota Aygo(2021)	95%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630-£223

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2023 Volkswagen Sharan

Is the 2023 Volkswagen Sharan reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 96% of MOT tests on 2023 Volkswagen Sharans ended in a pass, from 45 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 14 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2023 Volkswagen Sharan cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,853 a year (£154 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2023 Volkswagen Sharan?

96% of 45 MOT tests on the 2023 Volkswagen Sharan ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 87th of 165 models first registered in 2023 (bottom half).

Which year Volkswagen Sharan has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2019 Volkswagen Sharan has the highest MOT pass rate at 91% and the 2003 the lowest at 64%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2023 Volkswagen Sharan?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2023 Volkswagen Sharan is 36,329 miles, which is well above the expected 7,400 miles for a 1-year-old car. Check service history carefully, as high-mileage cars need consistent maintenance to stay reliable.