2020 Volkswagen Passat SE NAV TDI S-A 2.0L Diesel · LR20 OKL

The 2020 Volkswagen Passat SE Nav TDI S-A presents a stable and largely clean roadworthiness record, with the most recent MOT conducted on 2026-02-09 at 86,672 miles resulting in a pass. The only defect recorded at that test was an advisory for the offside front tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on edge. This single minor advisory, with no failures, indicates the vehicle is currently in a sound mechanical state for its age and mileage. The maintenance trend is stable, showing a pattern of passing tests with only minor, consumable wear items flagged. The vehicle has covered approximately 14,445 miles per year, which is high for a six-year-old car. This sustained annual rate points to consistent, likely long-distance, use rather than prolonged periods of standing. The mileage progression is notable for a significant jump between the February 2025 test at 71,462 miles and the February 2026 test at 86,672 miles, representing an accumulation of 15,210 miles in a single year. This recent acceleration in usage warrants attention to high-wear components that may have experienced increased stress over the past twelve months. A buyer should conduct a thorough in-person inspection focusing on the front suspension and steering geometry. The recurring advisory for front tyre wear, specifically on the edges, appeared in both the June 2023 test and the February 2026 test. This pattern suggests a potential alignment issue, worn suspension bushes, or deteriorating track rod ends that may not yet constitute a failure but are causing uneven tyre wear. The front brake discs and pads should be measured for wear and thickness variation, given the high mileage and the binding caliper risks common in sustained motorway use. A detailed underbody inspection is essential to check for corrosion on the subframe, suspension mounting points, and around the diesel exhaust system, as high-mileage vehicles can develop surface corrosion that affects long-term structural integrity. The condition of the dual-mass flywheel and clutch should be assessed through a test drive, listening for rattles or judder, as these are costly drivetrain items on high-mileage automatics.