2009 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · WA52 ACE

The vehicle presents a stable maintenance profile with a clean record in its most recent inspections. The October 2025 test at 135,511 miles returned a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of successful testing throughout 2024 and 2023, suggesting the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that satisfies MOT requirements without recurring mechanical issues. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for a 17-year-old vehicle. The data shows a steady progression from 115,683 miles in October 2022 to 135,511 miles in October 2025, averaging approximately 6,626 miles per year over that three-year period. This steady usage is generally preferable to long periods of stagnation, which can lead to perished rubber components and seized calipers. The absence of sudden mileage spikes suggests predictable driving habits. The only recorded failure occurred on 2022-10-13 at 115,683 miles, though the specific cause was not detailed in the provided summary. Given that the vehicle passed the subsequent tests in 2023, 2024, and 2025 without any advisories for suspension bushes, brake discs, or tyre tread, the previous failure appears to have been resolved. The lack of ongoing advisories regarding corrosion or emissions is a positive indicator for a diesel or petrol engine of this age. A prospective buyer should still conduct a physical inspection of the underbody to check for structural rust, particularly on the rear axle and subframes, as MOT records do not always capture minor surface corrosion until it reaches a critical level. Given the mileage, a thorough check of the suspension bushings and shock absorbers is advised to ensure the ride quality remains consistent with the clean MOT history.