2009 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · SL09 WLU
2009 Volkswagen Passat (2.0L, diesel). First registered 18 May 2009. Recorded mileage 176,612 miles. MOT valid until 20 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
- Year / Origin
- 2009 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 176,612 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SL09 WLU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2026
- 176,612 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 11 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SL09 WLU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Volkswagen Passat (SL09 WLU) between May 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 25 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Central Exhaust system insecure Exhaust clamp rusted through, exhaust no longer secure. (6.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
SL09 WLU Mileage History
- 09/05/2024163,502 mi
- 06/05/2025170,615 mi+7,113 mi
- 06/05/2025170,617 mi+2 mi
- 08/05/2026176,611 mi+5,994 mi
- 22/05/2026176,612 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 6,442 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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