2012 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · EK62 VGP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in July 2025 was a pass, it followed a failure just three days prior due to critical safety defects, including illegal tyre tread and a damaged windscreen. This suggests that the vehicle is only being addressed when it fails an official inspection, rather than being maintained through regular preventative intervals. At 149,141 miles, the Passat has averaged approximately 10,650 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a 2012 vehicle. The records show a steady accumulation of mileage with roughly 9,000 miles covered between July 2023 and June 2024, and over 18,000 miles covered in the final year. This consistent mileage suggests the car is used regularly, which generally prevents internal degradation of rubber components and braking systems. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension assembly, specifically focusing on the offside lower control arm ball joint which failed in 2024. Given that both front tyres were found to be below the legal limit in 2025, the alignment and remaining life of all tyres should be verified to ensure no uneven wear exists. Additionally, the reported windscreen damage should be monitored for any spreading of the cracks or signs of structural stress that could lead to future failures.