2003 Volkswagen Passat Sport TDI 1.9L Diesel · INZ 4350

The 2003 Volkswagen Passat Sport TDI presents a currently roadworthy status following a clean pass on 18 December 2025 at 215,677 miles, with the maintenance trend appearing stable across the recorded history. The vehicle cleared the most recent test with no defects logged, though it had failed the prior test on 28 November 2025 at 215,220 miles where the tester recorded no specific defects, indicating either a procedural or undocumented issue rather than a clear mechanical fault. Annual mileage sits at roughly 9,377 miles per year against the 23-year age, a typical use profile for this model. The records show steady accumulation: 183,384 miles in June 2022, 193,877 in August 2023, 205,708 in November 2024, and 215,220 by November 2025. A near thirteen-month gap separates the 2023 and 2024 tests, but no excessive jumps in distance occurred. The clean sheets across all passes suggest the previous keeper kept basic consumables and structure within test limits. The November 2025 failure with zero recorded defects warrants a check of the failure reason through DVSA channels, as the pass three weeks later with no work noted implies an administrative or presentation matter. Given the age and 215,677 miles, a buyer should physically inspect front suspension arms and bushes, rear coil springs, brake disc wear, and underbody corrosion at chassis mounting points. Exhaust emissions and turbo diesel integrity on the TDI unit should be verified with a live diagnostic scan. No recurring advisories appear in the history, so no worsening mechanical trend is evidenced, but high-mileage VW diesel drivetrain fatigue remains a risk absent documented service records.