2018 Volkswagen Passat 1.6L Diesel · FH18 DVP

The 2018 Volkswagen Passat presents a stable roadworthiness trend with a clean pass at the most recent test on 2024-04-09 at 103,591 miles. Every annual examination from 2021 through 2024 returned a pass with no defects recorded, showing the vehicle has not accumulated advisories or recurring mechanical faults across its logged history. The maintenance record reflects consistent statutory testing rather than deferred or patchy upkeep. Mileage stands at 103,591 against an eight-year lifespan, equating to roughly 12,949 miles per year and placing the car above average use for its age. The log shows steady accrual: 51,692 miles at the June 2021 test, 72,734 by June 2022, 89,604 by May 2023, and 103,591 by April 2024. No dormant periods or sudden jumps appear. The lone blemish is a failed entry on 2021-06-12 at 51,692 miles carrying no recorded defects, immediately superseded by a pass the same day, which suggests an administrative or procedural rejection rather than a mechanical fault. Given the absence of flagged suspension bushes, brake disc wear, corrosion, or exhaust emission failures, the MOT data alone exposes no structural or mechanical red flags. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of coil springs, subframe integrity, and binding calipers, as these items escape detection on a clean test sheet yet degrade with high annual mileage. The high mileage implies heavier cycling of consumables than a low-use equivalent. Verify tyre tread depth, wiper condition, and service history in person to confirm the previous owners kept pace with interval replacements between the annual MOT pass dates.