2013 Volkswagen Passat 1.6L Diesel · EJ13 AAA

The vehicle currently holds a clean roadworthiness status based on the most recent MOT pass on 2 October 2025 at 129,006 miles. The maintenance trend appears exceptionally stable. There are no recorded defects or advisories across the last three successful tests, suggesting a vehicle that is well-maintained or has had preventative work carried out prior to inspection. The mileage pattern is consistent with the age of the car. It covered 8,851 miles between the October 2023 test at 120,131 miles and the October 2025 test at 129,006 miles. This averages to roughly 4,425 miles per year over the last two years, which is lower than the overall lifetime average of 9,924 miles per year. This reduction in annual usage may indicate a change in ownership or a shift in the vehicle's primary purpose. Despite the clean MOT history, the lack of recorded advisories over several years is unusual for a thirteen-year-old vehicle with 129,006 miles. A buyer should physically inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for perishing or fatigue, as these components typically degrade regardless of test outcomes. Checking for underside corrosion, particularly on the sills and suspension mounting points, is essential to ensure the structural integrity has not been overlooked. The absence of flagged brake wear or tyre tread issues in the record does not guarantee current condition. A manual check of the brake discs for lip wear and the tyres for uneven wear patterns will confirm if the previous owner followed a strict maintenance schedule or simply timed their repairs to coincide with the MOT dates. Given the age, checking the service history for timing belt and water pump replacements is the priority, as these are critical mechanical failure points not covered by a standard MOT test.