2011 Volkswagen Passat 1.6L Diesel · FT11 WMC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of deferred suspension and consumable repairs. In the most recent test in January 2026 at 147,252 miles, the car initially failed due to an exposed cord on the nearside rear tyre and perished anti-roll bar ball joint covers. While it passed upon re-test, the continued presence of worn offside front lower suspension arm bushes and rear bushes across multiple years suggests the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they threaten an MOT rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 147,252 miles over 15 years, the Passat averages approximately 9,800 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a diesel of this age. The mileage data shows steady accumulation, with roughly 6,000 miles covered between January 2024 and January 2025, and another 6,800 miles between early 2025 and early 2026. This consistent usage indicates the vehicle is not sat for long periods, which explains the gradual degradation of rubber components and tyres noted throughout the record. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the offside front lower arm bushes and rear bushes have been flagged for wear since at least 2024. The failure of anti-roll bar ball joint dust covers in 2026 indicates that these components are likely nearing terminal wear. Furthermore, the recurring history of perished and damaged tyres across every annual test suggests a lack of proactive rubber upkeep, necessitating a thorough check of the current tyre's age and sidewalls to ensure no immediate replacement is required.