2017 Volkswagen Passat 1.4L Petrol · KV67 APF

The vehicle presents a stable maintenance profile with a clean MOT record in its most recent inspections. The May 2025 test at 105,304 miles returned a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of successful testing since April 2022, suggesting that the vehicle has been maintained sufficiently to meet minimum regulatory standards without recurring failures in recent years. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical nine-year usage pattern for a diesel-class vehicle. The record shows a steady increase from 76,424 miles in April 2022 to 105,304 miles by May 2025. This averages approximately 9,600 miles per year, which aligns with the expected wear for a vehicle of this age and avoids the risks associated with excessive idling or long periods of stationary storage. The only recorded failure occurred in May 2023 at 87,411 miles, though the record shows no specific defects were noted for that failure, which may indicate a clerical error or a minor non-mechanical issue. Given the high mileage of over 105,000 miles, a physical inspection should focus on components subject to heavy wear. You should specifically examine the condition of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers. The high mileage also necessitates a thorough check of the braking system, including the thickness of the brake discs and the condition of the calipers to ensure no binding is present. While the MOT history is clean, the mileage suggests the vehicle is entering a phase where timing belts, water pumps, and various rubber seals may require closer scrutiny to prevent unexpected mechanical failures.