2009 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · WH05 TPB

The Passat shows a currently roadworthy status, passing its most recent test on 28 January 2025 at 239,515 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend appears stable across the last two completed annual cycles, with the 2024 and 2025 passes both free of advisories. The owner kept the vehicle to a clean test standard in its final recorded checks, suggesting basic statutory upkeep was met. The mileage pattern is irregular and warrants scrutiny. The record lists 351,528 miles at the 2 February 2023 test, then drops to 230,054 miles by 31 January 2024, before rising to 239,515 miles in January 2025. That 121,474-mile reversal between February 2023 and January 2024 indicates a probable odometer or recording error rather than genuine use. At roughly 14,089 miles per year averaged across 17 years, the later figures are high for the age, but the spike and collapse break any trustworthy accumulation curve. A buyer should physically verify the true mileage against service books, V5C, and prior invoices before purchase. The DVSA data shows two failed tests on 2 February 2023 and 31 January 2024 with no defects recorded, which points to administrative or presentational failures rather than mechanical faults. No advisories for suspension bushes, brake discs, corrosion, or exhaust emissions appear in the history. Given the 2009 build and high recorded distances, inspect front coil springs, subframe corrosion, and binding calipers in person. The clean MOT sheet does not confirm drivetrain condition at 239,515 miles. Treat the odometer discrepancy as the primary risk and commission an independent inspection before committing funds.