2009 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · ML09 EXA

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a slight shift toward mechanical wear after several years of clean results. In the August 2025 test at 118,743 miles, the tester identified a nearside rear service brake binding. While this was not noted as excessive and allowed for a pass, it marks a departure from the defect-free history seen between between 2021 and 2024. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. Between July 2021 at 91,318 miles and August 2025 at 118,743 miles, the car covered 27,425 miles at a steady rate. This regular usage suggests consistent operation rather than long periods of stagnation, which often benefits rubber components and seals, though it also subjects the vehicle to expected wear and tear typical of a seventeen-year-old chassis. A buyer should specifically inspect the rear braking system to determine if the binding issue is a result of a seized caliper piston or excessive corrosion on the slider pins. Given the age of the Passat, a thorough check of the suspension bushes and coil springs is also necessary, as the MOT record does not flag these components despite the mileage. The structural integrity of the underbody should be verified for surface corrosion to ensure no significant rust has developed between the annual testing inspections.