The VOLKSWAGEN SHARAN (2000-10) 5DR MPV 1.9 TDI PD 115 SL 7-SEAT is a practical seven-seat people carrier, rather than an SUV or conventional family hatchback. Built to carry families and luggage, its roomy cabin and flexible seating suit school runs, holidays and larger household trips. In the UK used-car market, it offers an affordable route to genuine seven-seat space. Mycarcheck.com records 81 look-ups covering 65 distinct VINs, a useful sample for this older model. Checks show an average private-sale value of £1,100 and average recorded mileage of 153,000 miles; typical annual use is 7,000 miles. The cars averaged nearly four previous keepers (3.7), so checking each vehicle’s history, condition and maintenance is especially worthwhile. The diesel suits longer journeys, but its size can challenge city parking. Against Ford Galaxy and SEAT Alhambra rivals, the Sharan is a practical, familiar used family choice.