2012 Volkswagen Passat 1.6L Diesel · FT12 SOC

The vehicle is presently roadworthy, having passed the 20 August 2025 MOT at 107,717 miles, but it bears several advisory defects including a worn, pitted front brake disc and a near‑side rear brake pad that is wearing thin. The failure recorded two days earlier on 18 August 2025 at 107,650 miles highlighted fractured rear coil springs and compromised anti‑roll bar linkage dust covers, indicating that recent remedial work has addressed major structural issues and shifted the focus to consumable wear. Mileage accumulation over the vehicle’s 14‑year life averages 7,694 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for its age. However, the interval between the 22 August 2024 pass at 94,437 miles and the 22 August 2024 failure at the same mileage shows a one‑year gap with no recorded use, suggesting the car may have been stationary for a period. The subsequent rise to 107,650 miles by August 2025 represents an additional 13,213 miles in roughly one year, a rate that exceeds the long‑term average and may reflect intensified use or a period of heavy driving. A buyer should therefore inspect the rear suspension assembly for cracked or corroded coil springs, worn anti‑roll bar linkages and any play in the bushes, as these components have twice failed and were recently repaired. The front brake system warrants close examination of disc thickness, surface condition and caliper operation, given the recurring wear notices. Tyre tread depth and edge wear on the rear tyres should be verified, and the child‑seat installation must be removed to allow a full adult belt inspection. Finally, a visual check for structural rust around the chassis and suspension mounting points is advisable, given the history of spring failures.