2017 Volkswagen Passat 1.4L Hybrid electric · SL67 KLX

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status with a maintenance trend that shows only minor, progressive wear. The most recent test in December 2025 at 131,536 miles identified a light misting of oil on the offside rear shock absorber. While this did not result in a failure, it indicates the beginning of component degradation that will require monitoring. Prior to this, the vehicle had several clean records with no recorded defects. The mileage pattern reflects a high-use profile, averaging approximately 14,600 miles per year over its nine-year life. The data shows consistent accumulation, with intervals of roughly 13,000 miles between each annual MOT test. For example, the car covered 12,348 miles between the December 2023 and December 2024 tests. This consistent usage suggests the vehicle was used regularly for motorway commuting rather than sitting stationary, which typically results in better condition for drivetrain and suspension components compared to short-distance city driving. A buyer should focus specifically on the front suspension assembly during a physical inspection. The December 2023 test at 105,838 miles flagged a worn front suspension arm pin or bush. Although this was noted as an advisory, high-mileage Passats often suffer accelerated wear on rubber bushings and ball joints. The misting on the offside rear shock absorber should also be inspected closely to ensure the leak has not progressed to a significant failure that would compromise handling stability. Given the high mileage, a thorough check of brake disc thickness and structural integrity around the underbody is also warranted to ensure no hidden corrosion has developed despite the consistent use history.