2018 Volkswagen Passat 1.4L Petrol · FN68 FNS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the most recent inspection indicates a minor lapse in preventative maintenance. During the test on October 1, 2025 at 61,507 miles, the Passat initially failed due to a serious fluid leak from the nearside rear shock absorber and minor damage to the nearside rear tyre. While the vehicle passed upon re-test that same day, the failure suggests that suspension components were not monitored closely before they reached a point of functional failure. The mileage pattern remains remarkably consistent for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,700 miles annually. Between the June 2022 test at 31,073 miles and the September 2024 test at 53,040 miles, the car covered over 22,000 miles, reflecting steady usage. The most recent interval of 8,467 miles between the September 2024 and October 2025 tests maintains this trend, which generally implies less wear on the drivetrain and engine components compared to high-mileage examples. A buyer should perform a physical inspection to ensure that the failed nearside rear shock absorber has been replaced with a quality component and that no further leaks are present on the opposite side. Given the previous failure, it is also prudent to check the condition of the suspension bushes and tyres for signs of uneven wear which could indicate an alignment issue. The 2023 advisory regarding the child seat is a minor administrative note and does not indicate a mechanical defect, but the overall history shows a clean record free of structural failures.