2014 Volkswagen CC 2.0L Diesel · SY14 UBE

A persistent theme in this Volkswagen CC's MOT history is rear suspension wear, which culminated in a Major defect at the June 2024 test when the offside rear coil spring was recorded as fractured, causing a failure that was overturned the following day at a re-test. Since then, the car has passed both subsequent examinations, with the most recent pass at 28 June 2025 recording an advisory that the front lower suspension arm pin or both rear bushes are worn without yet resulting in excessive movement. The rear lower suspension arms were also flagged for corrosion in 2024, alongside rear brake pads noted as wearing thin. A windscreen chip has been recorded as a minor defect across multiple tests from 2021 onwards, indicating it has been a longstanding issue rather than recent damage. Overall, the record shows one outright failure linked to a broken spring and an accumulating pattern of rear axle advisories that a buyer should treat as a clear mechanical priority. Recorded mileage of 106,901 across roughly twelve years equates to an annual accumulation of approximately 8,900 miles, which sits broadly in line with typical usage for the vehicle's age and age bracket. There are no significant gaps between test entries and mileage progression across the recorded tests appears consistent, suggesting the vehicle has been in regular use rather than left standing for prolonged periods. This pattern of steady, moderate use is generally favourable for keeping seals, bushes, and brake components functional, although it also means the consumable and suspension wear recorded at test is the result of normal accumulation rather than the consequences of long-term storage or unusually heavy mileage. For a prospective buyer, the rear suspension components flagged in 2024 and 2025 warrant close physical inspection. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the rear axle over uneven surfaces and pay particular attention to any harshness, secondary ride, or slight tilting when traversing bumps, as both the coil spring fracture and the worn bushes on the front lower arm could recur or worsen. The car should be examined on a lift or with the wheels removed to check the rear lower arms for the corrosion previously recorded, looking for any surface rust that has progressed to scaling or flaking around the arm body or mounting points. Additionally, the front lower arm pin and rear bushes should be physically tested for play using a pry bar or by hand, as the advisory wording indicates wear that is not yet excessive but may be approaching the threshold. The rear brake pads flagged as wearing thin in 2024 should be checked for remaining friction material thickness, and the discs inspected for lipping, scoring, or corrosion pitting around the outer edge, particularly given that the vehicle has continued to be driven since that advisory was raised. The nearside front tyre noted as close to the legal limit in 2024 should likewise be inspected, along with all four corners for even wear patterns that might indicate alignment or suspension geometry issues stemming from the worn components. The windscreen chip, while only recorded as a minor defect affecting the driver's view, should still be examined to confirm it has not spread into a crack that could warrant replacement. Any inspection should also include a thorough check for oil leaks from the engine and gearbox, coolant leaks, and condition of the exhaust system, as these items are not flagged in the MOT record but are worth verifying on a vehicle of this age and mileage.