2007 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · RA07 DSV

Based on the DVSA MOT records, this 2007 Volkswagen Passat presents a stable and well-maintained roadworthiness profile. The most recent test on 20 September 2024 at 199,895 miles passed with zero defects, continuing a clean run that stretches back to at least December 2022. The maintenance trend is firmly stable, with no recurring faults, advisories, or failures recorded across the available history. A single failed test on 27 November 2021 at 196,461 miles shows no recorded defects, suggesting the failure may have been administrative or resolved immediately before the clean pass on 6 December 2021. The mileage accumulation is consistent and typical for a vehicle of this age. Between December 2021 and September 2024, the car covered roughly 3,400 miles over nearly three years, indicating very light recent use. Annual mileage across the vehicle's life averages approximately 10,500 miles, which is unremarkable for a Passat of this generation. The gap between the November 2021 failure and the December 2021 retest is tight at just nine days and 34 miles, pointing to a swift resolution rather than prolonged neglect. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still conduct a thorough physical inspection. At nearly 200,000 miles, consumable components such as suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, and tyres are well within expected wear windows regardless of test outcomes. The underbody and sills should be examined carefully for corrosion, as structural rust is a known concern on older Passats and may not always trigger an MOT advisory until advanced. The exhaust system and catalytic converter should be checked for condition, given the emissions system's age. Light recent use can also mask issues like binding calipers or deteriorated flexible hoses that only surface under sustained driving. A pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic remains advisable before committing.