2017 Volkswagen Passat R Line TDI Bmotion Tech 2.0L Diesel · VE17 CUC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a clean MOT pass on 24 March 2026 at 103,999 miles. While the most recent test showed no defects, the failure just one day prior suggests a last-minute adjustment or a minor issue that was rectified immediately before the successful re. Aside from this anomaly, the maintenance trend remains remarkably consistent, with the car passing consecutive annual tests without recorded advisories or failures over the last three years of testing. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a nine-year-old diesel, averaging approximately 11,500 miles per annum. There is a significant increase in usage between March 2025 at 68,243 miles and March 2026 at 103,999 miles, representing an accumulation of over 35,000 miles in just thirteen months. This rapid increase indicates the vehicle is currently being used for high-frequency motorway travel, which generally is kind to engines but places accelerated stress on consumable components like suspension bushings and braking hardware. Given the high mileage and the clean MOT history, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on the mechanical components that are prone to wear at the 100,000-mile threshold. Inspect the front suspension wisharm bushes for cracking or tearing and check the shock absorbers for signs of leakage given the recent mileage surge. Since the record shows no brake advisories, verify the thickness of the discs and the condition of the calipers personally to ensure the previous owner has not neglected routine maintenance despite the clean test results.