2016 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · CA16 FWR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, with the maintenance trend showing stability following a period of specific mechanical concern. The most recent test in July 2025 at 142,243 miles passed with only an advisory for a nail in the offside rear tyre. This follows a significant failure in January 2024 where the vehicle was deemed unsafe due to shock absorbers. Since those repairs were addressed, the car has passed two consecutive tests without defects, suggesting the primary suspension issues were resolved. The mileage profile indicates high-intensity use for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 14,200 miles per annum. There is a notable surge in activity between January 2024 and July 2025, where the car covered 15,000 miles in just sixteen months. This rapid accumulation suggests consistent long-distance or motorway driving, which typically places predictable wear on drivetrain components and consumables rather than city components. The consistent six-month testing interval indicates the vehicle is in regular use rather than sitting stationary for long periods. A buyer should perform a close physical inspection of the rear suspension to ensure the serious fluid leak recorded on the nearside shock absorber at 101,447 miles has not recurred or affected the offside unit. The recurring presence of a nail in the offside rear tyre across both January 2025 and July 2025 suggests a lack of proactive tyre maintenance or a consistently hazardous driving environment. Given the high mileage, attention should also be paid to the integrity of the suspension bushings and the condition of the brake discs, as these components often reach the end of their service life around 140,000 miles.