2012 Volkswagen Passat S Bluemotion Tech TDI 2.0L Heavy oil · GRZ 7041

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by the most recent MOT test on May 24 2026 at 143,495 miles which passed with no recorded defects. This follows a period of consistent passing results since a single failure in early 2025. The absence of advisories in the latest two tests suggests that the current owner is proactive in addressing mechanical issues before they result in test failures, maintaining the vehicle in a good state of repair relative to its age. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical-use vehicle of this era, averaging approximately 10,250 miles per year. There is a notable gap in the records between August 2019 and February 2022, during which the vehicle covered only 18,337 miles over nearly three years. Since 2022, usage has increased significantly, with over 65,000 miles logged in four years. This shift from low-mileage use to higher-frequency commuting places greater demand on the drivetrain and suspension components, yet the clean MOT history indicates the Passat has handled this increased load without developing major mechanical failure. While the recent history is clean, the high mileage of 143,495 miles necessitates a physical inspection of high-wear areas. A buyer should specifically check for play in the control arm bushes and shocks, which often degrade on Passat models at this distance. Given the age of the vehicle, inspecting the chassis for structural corrosion on the sills and exhaust system is also essential. The buyer should verify the condition of the brake discs and pads to ensure the recent MOT passes have not masked underlying thinning or binding calipers.