2008 Volkswagen Passat 1.9L Diesel · LE57 RKA

The 2022‑01‑17 MOT at 156,705 miles recorded a pass with no defects, confirming current roadworthiness. The maintenance trend is stable, as the vehicle passed the 2019‑07‑05 test and has not suffered a failure since the 2020‑12‑19 test. Mileage has risen from 132,956 miles in July 2019 to 156,705 miles in January 2022, averaging about 8,700 miles per year, which aligns with the vehicle’s 18‑year age. Rapid accumulation is evident between July 2019 and December 2020, when the odometer increased by 12,369 miles, and again from December 2020 to January 2022, when it added 11,380 miles in just over two months. Recurring issues focus on the suspension and braking systems: both 2020‑12‑19 and 2022‑01‑17 records list corroded near‑side and off‑side Macpherson struts, corroded coil springs, worn suspension arm pins or bushes, and brake discs described as worn, pitted or scored but not seriously weakened. Tyre wear was recorded as close to the legal limit in 2019 and 2020, and the 2018 electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunctioning actuator. A buyer should therefore inspect the strut mounts and coil springs for rust penetration, check suspension bushes and arm pins for excessive play, verify brake disc thickness and pad condition, assess tyre tread depth and sidewall wear, and examine the rear sub‑frame and surrounding areas for structural rust. The electronic parking brake warning should be tested, and any signs of binding calipers or excessive brake wear should be confirmed before purchase.