2011 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · FT11 NMM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but shows signs of a deteriorating maintenance trend regarding its running gear. While it passed its most recent test in November 2025 at 141,374 miles, it had failed earlier that same day due to critical safety failures regarding tyres and suspension. The transition from a completely clean record in 2024 to a list of mechanical advisories suggests that age-related components are now reaching the end of their functional life. The recorded mileage of 141,374 miles over 15 years averages to approximately 9,400 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for a Passat. There is a significant gap of 28,792 miles covered between May 2024 and November 2025, indicating a period of heavy use during those eighteen months. This rapid accumulation likely explains the sudden appearance of wear on rubber suspension components and the depletion of the front tyre tread noted in the late 2025 inspection. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the front suspension assembly. The tester flagged light oil misting on the offside front shock absorber and worn bushes on the front suspension arm pins. While the movement was not yet excessive at 141,374 miles, these issues are precursors to imminent failure. The recorded corrosion on the rear suspension arms, though not structurally weakened at the time of the test, requires monitoring to ensure the structural integrity of the subframe does not degrade in the coming months. The recent failure for tyres below the legal 1.6mm limit suggests a reactive repair strategy rather than proactive maintenance. The buyer should verify that the damaged offside rear tyre and the bald front tyres were replaced with quality rubber. Given the age and mileage of the vehicle, the rubber bushings and the state of the rear arm corrosion remain the most likely areas for future expenditure and potential MOT failure.