2016 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · BC16 XBP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 102,123 miles passed, it followed a failure just one week prior. That failed test revealed serious fluid leaks from both rear shock absorbers and a damaged offside rear tyre. Although these issues were addressed quickly, the recurring nature of tyre failures suggests the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they trigger an MOT failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old Passat, averaging approximately 10,200 miles per annum. The record shows steady accumulation, with 9,000 miles driven between October 2023 and September 2024, and another 6,300 miles in the year leading up to the most recent test. This suggests regular road use rather than long periods of standing. However, the high-mileage marks a threshold where wear-related components like rubber bushings and suspension components typically reach the end of their service life. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension system, as the simultaneous failure of both rear shocks in 2025 may indicate that age-related components are failing in pairs. The history also highlights poor tyre management, with the nearside front tyre reaching the legal limit in 2023 and the offside rear perishing in 2025. Check for uneven wear across all tyres which would indicate alignment issues. Given the previous noted windscreen damage in 2023, verify that the current glass is original and remains free of new chips or cracks.