2017 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · FP67 FFG

The 2017 Volkswagen Passat presents a clean MOT record with no defects recorded across all five tests, including the most recent pass on 22 September 2025 at 227,238 miles. The maintenance trend is stable and consistently strong, indicating a vehicle that has met the UK roadworthiness standard without advisories or failures throughout its entire documented MOT history. This is a positive indicator of baseline mechanical care. The mileage accumulation is notably high for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 25,249 miles per year. The record shows a clear pattern of rapid annual use, with the car covering roughly 26,000 to 28,000 miles per year between 2021 and 2025. The jump from 200,774 miles in October 2024 to 227,238 miles by September 2025 represents 26,464 miles in under eleven months, confirming sustained high-intensity driving. No significant gaps or periods of inactivity appear in the record, suggesting the vehicle has been in regular daily service rather than sitting idle. Despite the clean MOT outcomes, the sheer volume of miles travelled places considerable stress on consumable and structural components. A buyer should inspect the front and rear suspension bushes, coil springs, and drop links for play or deterioration, as high-mileage Passats commonly develop suspension wear that may not yet trigger an MOT failure. Brake discs, pads, and calipers deserve close scrutiny, particularly the rear calipers, which are known to bind on this platform. The exhaust system, including the DPF and catalytic converter, should be assessed for efficiency given the likely mix of long-distance and possible short-trip use. Tyre condition and tread depth across all four corners, plus the spare if fitted, should be checked, as high annual mileage accelerates wear unevenly. Underneath, inspect the subframe, inner wing arches, and sill edges for corrosion, particularly if the vehicle has been used on salted roads during winter. The steering rack and track rod ends should be examined for free play. A clean MOT record is encouraging, but at 227,238 miles, the true condition of wear items will determine whether this Passat remains reliable or is approaching a cycle of more frequent repairs.