2016 Volkswagen Passat 1.6L Diesel · K9 VBG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful pass on June 4 2026, at 123,577 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows signs of reactive rather than proactive care. Just six days prior, on May 29,2026, the car failed due to a fractured offside rear coil spring and an inoperative engine management function light. While these faults were addressed immediately to secure the subsequent pass, the presence of an MIL failure suggests potential electronic or sensor issues that the owner previously ignored. At 123,577 miles over ten years, this Passat has clocked a high average of approximately 12,300 miles per year. This consistent usage pattern places significant stress on wear-related components. Specifically, between May 2025 and May 2026, the vehicle covered 18,148 miles in a single year, indicating heavy annual use. The 2024 advisory regarding perishing on both rear tyres suggests that the rubber components have suffered due to age or environmental exposure despite having remaining tread depth. A buyer must perform a thorough inspection of the rear suspension geometry, as the broken coil spring in 2026 often causes uneven wear on the shock absorbers and control arms. The recent failure of the engine management light necessitates a diagnostic scan to ensure no hidden fault codes remain in the ECU, as an inoperative MIL leaves the driver blind to engine-critical failure warnings. Given the high mileage, close attention should be paid to the condition of rubber bushings and the integrity of the brake lines, which frequently reach the end of their service life at this interval.