2008 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · AE08 RMT

The 2008 Volkswagen Passat presents a stable roadworthiness trend with a clean pass recorded at the most recent test on 8 August 2024 at 177,984 miles. Across the four available MOT entries from 2021 to 2024, the vehicle passed every time with no defects or advisories noted. The maintenance record shows no worsening faults, recurring mechanical issues, or escalating wear patterns that would concern a used-car buyer. Annual mileage sat close to the typical 9,888-mile average for the vehicle's age. The tester logged 165,625 miles on 19 June 2021, then 167,496 miles on 12 July 2022, 168,117 miles on 12 August 2023, and 177,984 miles on 8 August 2024. The first three intervals reflect very low use of roughly 1,800 to 2,000 miles per year. The final year saw a jump of nearly 9,900 miles, bringing the total in line with expected lifetime averages. The sparse but clean record gives no evidence of neglected consumables or deferred repairs across those test dates. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of structural integrity and underbody corrosion, as the MOT history shows no advisories but a Passat of this age and 177,984 miles is prone to subframe rust and degraded suspension bushes. The brake discs, calipers, and coil springs warrant physical measurement despite no binding or wear being flagged. Tyres and wiper blades may need replacement as minor consumable items given the low early mileage then sudden annual rise. The absence of recorded faults suggests previous owners kept the car to minimum legal standard rather than undertaking proactive overhaul. Verify service history against the mileage gaps, and confirm the 2024 pass reflects genuine condition rather than a lenient test station.