2012 Volkswagen Passat S Bluemotn Tech TDI SA 2.0L Heavy oil · FR61 FYD

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by three consecutive clean passes in its latest inspections. The most recent test conducted in March 2024 at 149,934 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, indicating that the previous owner maintained the primary mechanical and safety systems to a passing standard. Following a failure in early 2021, the car has moved through subsequent tests without further faults, suggesting that any prior mechanical issues were successfully rectified. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,700 miles per annum. There is a notable gap in records between February 2019 and March 2021, during which the car covered roughly 28,000 miles. Since the 2021 test, the usage has remained steady, with approximately 30,000 miles recorded over the last three years. This regular interval of use generally helps to prevent the degradation of rubber components associated with long periods of standing, though the high mileage reflects expected wear and tear on high-mileage diesel components. While the MOT history is clean, a buyer must perform a physical inspection of components prone to wear at the 150,000-mile mark. Focus on the suspension geometry, specifically checking for perished bushes and play, as these often fail at this mileage despite passing an MOT. Examine the braking system for signs of binding calipers or thinning discs and inspect for structural corrosion on the chassis and exhaust mounting points. Given the age and mileage of this Passat, verifying the condition of the turbocharger and timing belt interval is essential, as these are not covered by the standard MOT testing routine.