2012 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · MF62 PXY

The maintenance trend for this 2012 Volkswagen Passat remains stable, culminating in a clean pass at its most recent MOT on 4 December 2025 at 88,694 miles. The tester recorded zero defects, indicating the vehicle met all roadworthiness standards at that time. Curiously, the official record also lists a fail on the identical date and mileage with no defects noted. This anomaly typically points to a same-day retest following an initial failure elsewhere, where the original fault was rectified before the re-examination, though the specific fault does not appear in the provided data. Mileage accumulation demonstrates a highly consistent and relatively low usage pattern. Between the October 2022 test at 73,675 miles and the October 2023 test at 78,599 miles, the car covered 4,924 miles. The following year saw 5,475 miles added, taking the total to 84,074 miles by October 2024. The final 4,620 miles were accrued by the December 2025 test. This equates to roughly 5,000 miles annually, well below the national average, suggesting the vehicle has spent much of its life on shorter journeys or standing idle for extended periods. Despite the clean MOT history, a pre-purchase inspection must focus on the specific risks associated with a low-mileage, fourteen-year-old vehicle. Extended periods of standing can cause brake discs to surface corrosion and suspension bushes to perish or crack without showing immediate play. Tyres may appear to have adequate tread but could suffer from sidewall cracking or low-temperature deterioration due to age. A thorough inspection should assess the structural integrity of the underbody for corrosion, check the condition of the exhaust system for rust penetration, and verify the operation of the brake calipers, which can seize if the car has been stationary for long durations. The absence of advisories in the record is encouraging, but age-related degradation requires physical verification.