2013 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · FD63 AOS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 11 November 2025 at 96,189 miles. However, the history reveals a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than proactive care. While the most recent test showed no defects, the previous failure just one day prior highlighted critical suspension failures, including a fractured offside front coil spring and a worn Macpherson strut top bearing. This cycle of failure and repair following a clean pass in December 2024 suggests that components are only addressed once they fail inspection. The mileage profile is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,400 miles per year. The record shows steady usage with consistent intervals of roughly 2,000 to 3,000 miles between annual tests. There is a notable gap between December 2017 at 64,358 miles and November 2018 at 78,183 miles where the car covered a significantly higher distance, which coincides with the beginning of the mechanical neglect seen in the following years. A buyer should scrutinise the suspension and braking systems thoroughly given the recurring issues flagged. The December 2023 failure was particularly concerning, noting a nearside rear suspension arm that was corroded and seriously weakened, alongside worn bushes on the offside rear. The record also shows a persistent trend of pitted and scored brake discs and thin pads from 2018 through 2023, indicating the owner has been failing to replace wear items until they reached a critical state. The tyre history also reflects a lack of basic upkeep, with multiple failures for cuts reaching the ply cords and uneven tread wear. The inner edge wear noted in 2022 and 2023 suggests potential alignment issues or worn suspension geometry components that may not have been fully rectified. Given the past structural corrosion found on the rear suspension arm in 2023, an in-person inspection of the chassis and mounting points is essential to ensure that rust has not progressed beyond the repaired areas.