2022 Volkswagen Passat SE NAV TSI EVO 1.5L Petrol · RO22 HWN

A clean two-test MOT record accompanies this 2022 Volkswagen Passat, with passes recorded on 18 May 2026 and 7 May 2025, both showing no advisories and no defects. This is exactly the outcome you want to see on a relatively modern vehicle, and it confirms that the car has not presented any deterioration at test level since first presentation. There is no pattern of brake, suspension, exhaust, or structural corrosion advisories to weigh against the mileage figure, so the documented roadworthiness trajectory is simply stable rather than deteriorating or recovering. The absence of recorded defects also means no component has been flagged as approaching the failure threshold, which on a four-year-old car suggests wear items are operating well within service limits at the point of last inspection. Against an age of approximately four years, the recorded 52,842 miles equates to around 13,200 miles annually, which is notably above the typical UK private car average of roughly 7,000 to 8,000 miles per year. This level of use places the Passat firmly in the high-mileage bracket for its age, particularly significant because it is a single recorded mileage figure against only two MOT tests, with no apparent gaps or sudden jumps to suggest inconsistent recording. Mechanically, higher annual mileage generally accelerates wear on brake discs and pads, clutch components, drive belts, tyres, suspension bushes and coil springs, and the 1.5 TSI Evo engine and DSG or manual gearbox internals through more frequent thermal and load cycles. It is therefore important to appreciate that, even with a defect-free MOT history, the wear-sensitive items on this car are likely to be closer to mid-life than on a lower-mileage equivalent, and may require replacement sooner than the age alone would suggest. When inspecting this vehicle, concentrate on the components that suffer most from sustained high-mileage use. On a test drive, listen for clonks or rattles from the front suspension over bumps and on full lock, particularly from the anti-roll bar drop links, track control arm bushes, and top mount bearings, all of which are known wear items on the MQB-platform Passat. Feel for vibration through the brake pedal or steering wheel under firm stopping, which on a high-mileage car typically points to worn front brake discs rather than pad material alone, and check that the car pulls up straight without pulling to one side, which could indicate a binding caliper. Listen for any timing chain rattle on cold start from the 1.5 TSI Evo unit, as this engine is known for chain tensioner wear at higher mileages, and confirm smooth, hesitation-free pull through the gears with no juddering under moderate acceleration. Finally, before purchase, confirm that the documented mileage is fully supported by service history stamps in the book, ideally with Volkswagen or a recognised specialist, and verify that any replacement timing chain, clutch, dual-mass flywheel, or brake work has been properly invoiced. Inspect the underside of the front subframe, brake calipers, and fuel lines for any early signs of surface corrosion, as Passats of this generation are not immune to underbody rust when used heavily through winter months. Check the tyres for even wear across both axles, as uneven rear or inner-edge wear can indicate rear suspension geometry or tracking issues, and ensure the engine bay is free of oil mist or weeping from the cam chain cover and sump plug area. With a clean MOT record to support it, this Passat presents a mechanically sound foundation, but the high-mileage profile demands a hands-on mechanical inspection and test drive rather than reliance on the test certificate alone.