2012 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · MT12 ADV

This vehicle demonstrates an exceptionally stable roadworthiness trend. The most recent MOT on 2 May 2025 at 75,699 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of five consecutive years of passes without a single advisory or failure, indicating a high standard of preventative maintenance. The mileage is notably low for a 2012 model, averaging roughly 5,407 miles per year. The accumulation has remained steady over the last five years, rising from 56,706 miles in April 2021 to 75,699 miles by May 2025. There are no erratic jumps in mileage or suspicious gaps that would suggest periods of neglect or undocumented heavy use. Despite the clean MOT record, the low annual mileage suggests the car may have spent significant time stationary. A buyer should check for signs of perished rubber components, such as cracked suspension bushes or aged tyres, which can degrade regardless of distance travelled. It is also worth verifying the service history to ensure the engine oil and auxiliary belts were changed on a time-based interval rather than just by mileage. The lack of recorded corrosion or brake issues across five years of testing is a positive indicator of the vehicle's structural integrity. Focus your physical inspection on the brake discs for surface corrosion and the battery health, as low-use vehicles often suffer from premature electrical failure. Given the absence of recurring faults in the DVSA data, the mechanical risk appears low.