2014 Volkswagen CC 2.0L Diesel · AY64 VCM

The Volkswagen CC’s most recent MOT test on 2025-10-23 confirms it remains roadworthy, though the immediate preceding attempt on 2025-10-20—just three days earlier—was a failure without recorded defects. This anomaly suggests either a temporary administrative or procedural oversight rather than a recurring mechanical issue. The preceding tests from 2024-10-16 and 2023-10-27 both passed cleanly, indicating no consistent pattern of serious faults. The absence of advisories or repeated failures on critical systems implies the vehicle has not undergone severe neglect, but the brief failure gap warrants scrutiny of whether the car was driven between tests or if the failure was a one-off administrative error. The mileage progression shows a steady accumulation of approximately 9,500 miles annually, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. There are no significant gaps or spikes in mileage between tests, as the intervals remain consistent—around 4,000 miles between each MOT. The lack of extended periods of inactivity or rapid mileage surges suggests the car has been used regularly without prolonged storage, which could otherwise accelerate wear on components like suspension bushes or fuel system integrity. Given the clean MOT history, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should centre on high-wear items that are not directly tested under MOT regulations. The suspension—particularly coil springs, bushes, and dampers—should be examined for uneven sagging or excessive play, as these are not routinely checked but can deteriorate silently over 114,000 miles. Brake discs and calipers, while not failed in tests, may exhibit uneven wear or binding, especially if the vehicle has been driven hard or in stop-start conditions. Corrosion around wheel arches, sills, and the subframe is another critical area, as this model is prone to structural rust, particularly in coastal or high-salt regions. Finally, the exhaust system should be inspected for leaks or sagging hangers, as catalytic converter efficiency is not directly tested but can degrade over time.