2012 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · VN62 VCF

The 2025‑09‑15 MOT at 129,351 miles passed, with the rear sub‑frame showing corrosion but retaining structural rigidity, indicating that the vehicle remains roadworthy despite the defect. However, the pattern of recurring failures at 123,994 miles in September 2024—binding front brakes, excessively worn suspension arm pins and bushes, a fractured rear coil spring and near‑legal tyre wear—shows a persistent mechanical trend rather than improvement, suggesting that previous repairs may have addressed the issues but have not eliminated the underlying wear. At 14 years old the Passat has recorded 129,351 miles, averaging 9,239 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for its age. Mileage jumps from 116,394 miles in September 2023 to 123,994 miles in September 2024, a rise of 7,600 miles in one year, before climbing more gradually to 129,351 miles by September 2025, indicating variable annual use rather than long periods of standing. A buyer should therefore inspect the condition of the front and rear suspension arm pins and bushes, verify the integrity of the rear sub‑frame welds and rust‑proofing, examine brake discs and calipers for uneven wear or binding, check tyre tread depth and edge wear, and test the parking brake efficiency and rear shock absorber damping, as these items have repeatedly appeared on the record and represent the most likely sources of future failure.