2006 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Petrol · OY06 FVS

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having passed its most recent MOT on 8 September 2025 with 215,351 miles. While the record shows a failure just six days prior to that pass, the subsequent clean sheet suggests the identified issue was rectified rather than representing a systemic mechanical decline. The lack of recorded advisories in the last two successful tests indicates that the vehicle is currently meeting the minimum safety and emissions standards despite its high mileage. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a twenty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,700 miles per year. Between August 2023 and August 2024, the car covered 13,656 miles, which represents a higher-than-average annual run, whereas the interval between August 2024 and September 2025 saw a lower accumulation of 6,014 miles. This regularity suggests the car is used consistently, which is generally preferable for maintaining the drivetrain and braking components than the risks associated with long periods of standing. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the components most susceptible to wear on a Passat of this age. Although the MOT history is clean, the high mileage demands a close check of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and control arms for signs of perished rubber. Inspect the underside for structural corrosion on the sills and mounting points, as these areas often do not appear on records until they become significant. Given the mileage, verifying the condition of the brake discs and checking for binding calipers is also essential to ensure no hidden wear remains.