2002 Volkswagen Passat 1.9L Diesel · GF02 VRL

The 2025 May 30 MOT at 181,801 miles confirmed the 2002 Volkswagen Passat as roadworthy, with no defects recorded. Across the four tests since June 2022 the vehicle has consistently passed, indicating a stable maintenance record and no evident worsening or improving trend. Mileage has risen from 168,709 miles in June 2022 to 181,801 miles in May 2025, an average of roughly 3,300 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a 24‑year‑old car. The only notable gap occurs between the June 2023 fail and pass, where the odometer moved by a single mile, suggesting the car was stationary for a short period before the successful retest. A buyer should therefore focus on the mechanical components that commonly show wear at this mileage: suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking or sagging, rear brake discs and calipers for binding or uneven wear, and the condition of the exhaust system for rust or corrosion. Inspection of tyre tread depth and wiper blade condition is also advisable, as high mileage can accelerate consumable degradation. No recurring structural or emission faults appear in the record, but the absence of documented defects does not guarantee the absence of hidden corrosion or suspension fatigue, so a thorough visual and functional check during the viewing is essential.