2014 Volkswagen Passat 1.6L Diesel · GL64 BYO

The vehicle presents a stable maintenance profile following a period of corrective work in late 2023. The most recent test on 29 May 2026 at 119,451 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows two consecutive years of defect-free testing in 2024 and 2025, suggesting that previous mechanical issues have been successfully addressed and the vehicle is currently maintaining a high standard of roadworthiness. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a typical usage pattern for a twelve-year-old vehicle. The car has covered approximately 119,451 miles, averaging just under 10,000 miles per year. The data shows steady progress, with 6,012 miles recorded between May 2025 and May 2026, and 8,530 miles between June 2024 and May 2025. This regular interval of use helps prevent the common issues associated with long periods of vehicle inactivity, such as seized calipers or perished rubber components. A buyer should pay close attention to the suspension and chassis, specifically regarding the corrosion noted in the December 2023 tests. While the nearside and offside rear lower suspension arms were flagged as corroded but not seriously weakened during the failed test on 12 December 2023, and subsequently passed the retest on 18 December 2023, a physical inspection of these components is necessary to ensure the corrosion has not progressed. The previous failure also highlighted a defective central exhaust mounting and an ABS warning lamp, so verifying the integrity of the exhaust system and ensuring no ABS faults reappear during a test drive is advisable. Given the history of worn tyres and ABS faults, checking the remaining tread depth and the condition of the braking system remains a sensible precaution. Although the recent records show no recurring issues with tyres or braking electronics, the 2023 failure indicates that basic consumable maintenance was occasionally overlooked. A thorough check of the brake discs, pads, and all suspension bushes will confirm if the current clean MOT record reflects a high standard of ongoing mechanical care.