2018 Volkswagen Passat 1.4L Petrol · SL18 OVZ

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status as evidenced by its most recent pass in April 2026 at 60,507 miles. The maintenance trend is currently stable, though it shows a shift from clean reports to recurring consumable-related issues. While the car passed without defects in 2023 and 2024, the two most recent tests indicate a decline in attention regarding tyre condition, specifically involving structural degradation. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per annum. The data shows steady progression, such as the 14,654 miles covered between April 2023 and April 2024, and another 12,269 miles between 2024 and 2026. This regular usage suggests the vehicle has avoided long periods of sitting, which is generally beneficial for engine seals and rubber components, despite the low total mileage compared to high-mileage Passats. A buyer should specifically inspect the offside rear tyre, as the tester flagged cracking and uneven inner-edge wear in both 2025 and 2026. This suggests the rubber may be reaching the end of its service life due to age or an underlying alignment issue requiring adjustment. Additionally, the 2022 report noted pitting and scoring on brake discs across three wheels. While these were likely replaced given the subsequent clean tests, a physical check of the current disc thickness and signs of corrosion is necessary to ensure the braking system has not begun to degrade again.