2010 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · FT10 WMU

The 2010 Volkswagen Passat is presently deemed roadworthy after the August 1 2023 MOT at 212,099 miles, which recorded a pass, yet a failure on the identical date indicates that the vehicle previously exhibited faults requiring remediation. The mileage trajectory shows a 26,231‑mile increase between the August 6 2022 test at 185,868 miles and the August 1 2023 test, reflecting an annualised rate of roughly 13,256 miles, well above the average for a 16‑year‑old model and suggesting intensive usage or limited standing periods, with no intermediate tests to bridge the gap. A buyer should therefore scrutinise the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, examine the brake discs and calipers for binding or corrosion, and inspect the chassis and wheel arches for structural rust, especially given the repeated test outcomes on the same day which may mask underlying mechanical concerns. The absence of recorded defects in both the pass and the fail does not guarantee the absence of wear, so a thorough in‑person inspection of the aforementioned components, together with a review of service history and tyre condition, is essential before purchase.