2016 Volkswagen Amarok 2.0L Diesel · VW07 AJM

The current roadworthiness status of this Volkswagen Amarok is stable, as evidenced by the clean pass recorded on 14 January 2026 at 126,324 miles. The single minor defect noted regarding an inoperative registration plate lamp indicates a high standard of recent maintenance, suggesting that the vehicle has been kept in a reliable operational state. The absence of any major mechanical or structural advisories in the last three consecutive annual tests points to a well-managed maintenance schedule. The vehicle has accumulated 126,324 miles over its nine-year lifespan, averaging approximately 14,000 miles per annum. This consistent, high-usage pattern confirms the vehicle has been utilised regularly rather than left standing, which is generally favourable for the longevity of diesel engine ancillaries and drivetrain components. The most significant jump in mileage occurred between January 2024 and January 2025, where the vehicle covered nearly 15,000 miles, yet the MOT records remained clear of defects during this period of heavy use. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and suspension geometry, given the Amarok's heavy-duty design and the recorded failure for worn front brake pads in January 2023. While the recent history is clean, the high mileage necessitates a thorough check of the suspension bushes, ball joints, and coil springs for signs of fatigue or play that may not have reached the threshold for an MOT failure. Given the vehicle's age and mileage, verify the condition of the turbocharger and the status of the timing belt service interval, as these are critical areas for this specific powertrain that fall outside the scope of the standard MOT test.