2014 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT2.0L Diesel

The 2014 Volkswagen Passat holds a valid MOT test certificate issued on July 21 2026 at 96,758 miles, though the maintenance trend shows a distinct worsening pattern of mechanical neglect. Just a day prior to this pass, the vehicle failed its test due to a fractured nearside front coil spring, a severely deteriorated and weeping offside front constant velocity boot, split front suspension arm bushes, tyre damage, and a nail embedded in the rubber. While the immediate faults were rectified for the subsequent pass, persistent advisories regarding corroding rear coil springs, a degrading rear subframe, and thin rear brake pads indicate that previous owners practiced reactive repairs rather than proactive servicing. Accumulating 96,758 miles over twelve years yields an average of roughly 8,000 miles annually, representing entirely normal usage for a diesel touring car of this class. The vehicle maintained a steady accumulation rate through the middle years, moving from 38,318 miles in March 2017 to 81,593 miles by December 2022. A minor gap in testing occurred between December 2022 and November 2023, after which mileage acceleration slowed slightly as the car added just over 5,000 miles between November 2024 and July 2026. This lower recent usage pattern likely contributed to the perishing tyres and surface corrosion noted in the latest test certificates. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and braking assemblies, paying close attention to the newly fitted coil springs and the condition of the front wishbone bushes. The tester flagged surface corrosion on the rear subframe and all rear suspension arms consistently across the 2025 and 2026 tests, meaning underneath structural components require ramp inspection to assess the depth of oxidation. Furthermore, the rear brake pads noted as wearing thin in July 2026 will need imminent replacement alongside an ongoing monitoring of the rear brake discs, which have a history of pitting and scoring.