2010 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · DG60 ADZ

The vehicle remains technically roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in October 2023 at 123,478 miles flagged a non-excessive oil leak and an offside rear inner tyre worn to the legal limit. While the car has passed its inspections, the recurring nature of mechanical defects suggests that components are often only addressed once they reach a failure point or a legal threshold. At 123,478 miles over 16 years, the Passat averages approximately 7,700 miles per annum, which is a consistent usage pattern for a family vehicle of this age. There is a notable gap in records between October 2022 and October 2023, where the vehicle covered over 11,500 miles in a single year. The mileage accumulation appears steady throughout the 2010s, indicating the car has not sat stationary for extended periods, which would otherwise lead to accelerated degradation of rubber-related components. A buyer must focus inspection on the front suspension, as the record shows a history of excessively worn arm pins and bushes in 2018, alongside inner tyre wear in 2018 and 2019. This suggests a persistent alignment issue or worn components that continue to prematurely consume tyres. The braking system also shows a trend of neglect, with pitted discs noted in 2015 and seriously weakened discs leading to a failure in 2017. The reported oil leak recorded in late 2023 requires a thorough underbody to determine if it is a minor gasket seep or a more significant seal failure. Given that the last MOT was conducted nearly three years ago, the current state of the tyres, brake pads, and suspension integrity must be verified manually, as the historical data no longer reflects the vehicle's immediate mechanical condition.