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Volkswagen Sharan buying guide (Ireland, 2026)
What a used Volkswagen Sharan costs in Ireland, how it does at the NCT, what goes wrong and what it costs to fix. Based on 46 for sale right now.
Used Volkswagen Sharan prices by year
Typical asking price by registration year, and typical mileage. Private sellers usually take 5–10% less than asking; expect dealers to be a little dearer.
| Year | Typical price | Typical mileage | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | €30,000 | 106k km | 5 |
| 2019 | €24,950 | 142k km | 7 |
| 2018 | €21,950 | 234k km | 5 |
| 2017 | €18,450 | 170k km | 7 |
| 2014 | €10,950 | 165k km | 6 |
Volkswagen Sharan NCT pass rate
How often Volkswagen Sharans pass their NCT first time, against all cars the same age (Road Safety Authority (RSA), NCT make & model data 2025, initial tests).
| Year | Pass first time | All cars that age | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 63% | 75% | |
| 2019 | 64% | 74% | |
| 2018 | 66% | 67% | |
| 2017 | 66% | 64% | |
| 2016 | 57% | 55% | |
| 2015 | 48% | 53% | |
| 2014 | 55% | 51% | |
| 2013 | 48% | 46% | |
| 2012 | 42% | 42% | |
| 2011 | 41% | 38% |
Most common reasons a 2017 Volkswagen Sharan fails: lights & electrics (10.4% of tests), wheels & tyres (9.6% of tests), steering & suspension (7.7% of tests), wheel alignment (7.7% of tests).
Common Volkswagen Sharan problems
Known weak spots to check before you buy, with typical Irish garage costs if the problem is there.
DSG gearbox mechatronic / clutch (7-speed) · €900–€2,200
In slow traffic and reversing, watch for jerks, clunks or a slipping feeling. A flashing gear display means it's in limp mode.
EGR / DPF blocking (1.6/2.0 TDI) · €300–€900
Ask how it's driven: short trips clog the DPF. Any DPF/engine light, limp mode, or heavy smoke when revved is a warning.
Timing belt history · €350–€700
Ask when the timing belt and water pump were last done (usually every 160,000 km or 5–6 years). No proof = budget for it.
Engines and how long they last
| Engine | Usually lasts | Motor tax / year | For sale |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 Diesel | ~350k km | ~€270 | 12 |
| 1.4 Petrol | ~200k km | ~€280 | 9 |
1.4 Petrol: usual problem: timing chain stretch and pistons.
"Usually lasts" is the mileage these engines commonly reach before major work; service history matters more than the number.
Parts for the Volkswagen Sharan
Enter the reg on the parts page to get the right fit.
Brake discsBrake padsClutch kitsTiming beltsBatteriesShock absorbersWheel bearingsWiper bladesBulbsGlow plugsEGR valves
Before you buy a used Volkswagen Sharan
Run a history check on the reg (write-off, finance owing, mileage), ask when the timing belt was done and for receipts, and start it from cold yourself. The used car checklist takes you through a viewing step by step.
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