2013 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · DA62 BBK

The 2013 Volkswagen Passat presents a stable and well-maintained roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT on 30 August 2025 at 209,502 miles passed with zero defects recorded, indicating no outstanding mechanical, structural, or emissions concerns at that time. The preceding test on 11 August 2025 at 209,464 miles also shows no defects, despite being a failure, suggesting a retest was conducted swiftly after a procedural or administrative issue rather than a mechanical fault. Looking back through the full record, every listed test from December 2022 onward has passed cleanly, pointing to a consistent and improving maintenance trend with no recurring advisories or failures. The mileage accumulation tells an interesting story. Between 9 December 2022 at 184,395 miles and 5 August 2024 at 202,949 miles, the car covered roughly 18,554 miles in approximately 20 months, averaging around 11,100 miles per year during that period. However, between 5 August 2024 and 30 August 2025, the mileage increased by just 6,553 miles over 13 months, a notable drop in annualised usage to around 6,050 miles per year. This suggests the vehicle may have seen lighter, more local use in its most recent period, or possibly stood idle for stretches. The gap between the two August 2025 tests shows only 38 miles, consistent with a straightforward retest visit. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still conduct a thorough physical inspection. At nearly 210,000 miles, consumable components such as suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, and tyres are well within expected wear intervals regardless of test outcomes. The underbody and wheel arches should be inspected for corrosion, particularly given the car's age and the potential for standing periods to accelerate surface rust on brake lines and exhaust components. A test drive should verify smooth gearbox operation, clutch engagement, and any signs of binding calipers or uneven brake wear that MOTs only partially capture. The clean record is encouraging, but high-mileage vehicles of this age demand hands-on verification beyond paperwork alone.