2017 Volkswagen Passat SE Business TDI BMT 1.6L Diesel · FL67 VWD

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT with no recorded defects on September 19, 2025, at96,843 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement following a period of reactive repairs. While the car failed a test in September 2024 due to a serious fluid leak on the nearside rear shock absorber, the issue was addressed immediately as evidenced by the subsequent clean pass two days later. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old diesel vehicle, averaging approximately 10,700 miles per year. Between the 2022 test at 59,907 miles and the 2025 test at 96,843 miles, the car covered over 36,000 miles, indicating steady and typical use. This regular usage is generally beneficial for diesel components compared to long periods of standing, though it explains the accelerated wear on rubber and friction components noted in the earlier records. A buyer should pay close attention to the braking system and suspension components given the history of recurring issues. The September 2023 test at 75,881 miles flagged all four brake discs as pitted or scored, along with thin rear pads, suggesting a history of deferred brake maintenance until a threshold was reached. Furthermore, the nearside rear shock absorber progressed from light misting in 2023 to a failure-level leak in 2024. The physical inspection should verify that the replacement shock absorber remains dry and that the current brake discs show no signs of uneven wear or premature corrosion. The 2022 record also noted perishing and damage across multiple tyres; while these may have been replaced, the buyer should check the sidewalls for cracking to ensure the rubber is not aged despite having sufficient tread depth.