2016 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · KS16 OKX

The vehicle is currently unroadworthy following a failure on June 2, 2026, at 45,533 miles. The tester identified a fractured nearside front coil spring and thin rear brake pads, marking a shift from a previously stable maintenance trend to a state of neglect. While the car passed its previous three tests without defects, the recent failure indicates that critical mechanical components have reached the end of their functional life without prior intervention. The mileage profile shows a consistent low-utilization pattern, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year over the last decade. Between the 2022 test at 35,428 miles and the 2026 failure at 45,533 miles, the vehicle covered only 10,105 miles. This low usage often leads to the degradation of rubber components, which is evidenced by the June 2024 advisory regarding a perishing offside rear tyre. The vehicle appears to sit for long periods between services despite the low mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension geometry to ensure the fractured coil spring has not caused secondary damage to the shock absorber or mounting points. The failure for thin brake pads suggests a need to inspect the entire braking system for seized calipers or corroded discs often resulting from infrequent use. Given the history of tyre-related issues in 2022 and 2024, all four tyres should be checked for sidew cracking and uneven wear patterns regardless of remaining tread depth.