2014 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · DN14 VFD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning decline in braking component care. While the most recent test in May 2026 at 130,962 miles was a pass, the tester flagged three tyres worn close to the legal limit with uneven edge wear. This follows a significant failure in May 2025 where the vehicle was declared unfit due to all four brake discs being seriously weakened. Although these were evidently replaced to achieve the subsequent pass, the progression from minor pitting to structural thinning suggests a reactive rather than preventative maintenance approach. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. Between August 2023 and May 2026, the car covered 12,621 miles, indicating a steady rate of use. There are no signs of long periods of standing that would lead to seal-related failures or seized components, yet the accumulation of over 130,000 miles places significant stress on the drivetrain and suspension components, which are already showing signs of environmental degradation. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension and braking system. Records from 2023 and 2024 highlight recurring corrosion on the rear suspension arms, which, while not yet seriously weakened at that time, indicate a vulnerability to structural rust in these underbody areas. The uneven tyre wear noted in the May 2026 test suggests a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that require immediate attention. Given the history of weakened brake discs, the current condition of the rotors should be checked for thickness and uneven wear to ensure the replacement parts were of sufficient quality and have been fitted correctly.