2015 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · MV65 NNZ

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The recent test in April 2026 at 99,550 miles shows the car initially failed due to a serious fluid leak on the nearside rear shock absorber and worn bushes on both rear suspension arms. While the shock absorber was replaced, the continued presence of worn bushes indicates that the suspension components are beginning to reach the end of life and are only addressed once they reach a failure threshold. At 99,550 miles, this eleven-year-old Passat has covered an average distance of approximately 9,000 miles per year, which is consistent with typical national usage. The data shows a significant gap of over 15,000 miles between April 2024 and April 2025, suggesting a period of higher annual use. However, the failure in December 2023 at 75,006 miles highlights a period of basic maintenance neglect, as the vehicle presented multiple critical failures including worn brakes, illegal tyres, and a malfunctioning engine management warning light simultaneously. A buyer should inspect the rear suspension assembly closely to ensure the recent repairs to the shock absorber were thorough and that the worn bushes have actually been replaced rather than ignored. The recurring nature of suspension-related advisories suggests the rubber components across the chassis are prone to degradation. Given the previous failure of front and rear brake pads in 2023, a physical check of the remaining pad life and disc condition is necessary to ensure the current set is not nearing immediate replacement. Additionally, the engine management warning light and tyre pressure monitoring system should be verified as functional, as these were previously flagged as inoperative.