2009 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · RF58 RBX

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by a consistent history of passes without failures. The most recent test conducted in November 2022 at 194,431 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that the car was in good mechanical condition at that time. While the MOT is now overdue given the current date, the historical data suggests a lack of major mechanical failures or recurring structural issues. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical annual usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 11,400 miles per year. The record shows steady accumulation, moving from 93,920 miles in early 2012 to 194,431 miles in late 2022. There is a notable gap in the records between January 2019 and November 2022, where the vehicle covered over 13,000 miles across three years, suggesting high-frequency use during that period which naturally places higher stress on the drivetrain and suspension components. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and braking systems, which have shown signs of wear previously. The 2018 test flagged a deteriorated nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage, and the 2012 record noted thin nearside rear brake pads. Although these are minor consumable items, the high mileage of nearly 200,000 miles means that rubber bushes and ball joints are likely nearing their fatigue limit. The 2017 advisory noted that undercar and underbonnet covers obstructed a full inspection, so a thorough manual visual check is required to look for hidden corrosion or structural degradation on the chassis. Given the time elapsed since the last recorded test, a fresh inspection is essential to ensure no new leaks or mechanical faults developed during its recent period of use.