2012 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · FT62 ATY

The vehicle's MOT history shows a pattern of intermittent failures followed by successful retests, with the most recent result being a pass on 4 October 2023. While the most recent record shows no defects, the history indicates a non-linear maintenance trend. The vehicle failed twice in the recorded period, specifically on 12 October 2021 and 4 October 2023, though the specific mechanical reasons for these failures were not documented in the provided data. The recorded mileage of 105,872 miles is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 7,562 miles per year. The MOT records span from October 2021 to October 2023. There is a notable gap in the provided documentation between the 2023 test and the current date of 29 August 2026. Given that the last recorded MOT was conducted nearly three years ago, the vehicle's current legal roadworthiness cannot be verified through these records alone. A prospective buyer must verify the current MOT status and perform a physical inspection of components that typically fail on a vehicle of this age and mileage. Because the previous failures did not specify the exact components, a thorough check of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs is necessary. The absence of recorded advisories in the recent tests does not preclude the presence of developing corrosion on the underside or wear on the exhaust system. The buyer should also inspect the tyres and wiper blades for consumable wear. Since the 2023 failure occurred on the same day as the pass, it suggests a failure on a specific component that was rectified immediately. A physical inspection of the braking system for binding calipers and the structural integrity of the chassis is advised to ensure no undocumented issues have developed during the period since the last recorded test.