2009 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · WL09 LPV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by a clean pass in its most recent inspection on 30 January 2026 at 140,394 miles. This result indicates that all mechanical and safety components met the minimum legal standards during the last test. The only recorded failure occurred in February 2024 for a minor non-functional front position lamp, which was rectified immediately to secure a pass the same day, suggesting proactive attention to electrical faults. The mileage data reveals a significant anomaly in usage patterns. Between February 2024 and January 2025, the vehicle covered approximately 89,209 miles, jumping from 127,854 to 217,063 miles. This extreme high-intensity use far exceeds the annual average of 8,258 miles calculated for the vehicle's age. Furthermore, the mileage in the January 2026 test of 140,394 miles is lower than the 2025 entry, indicating either a data entry error in the official record or a potential odometer discrepancy that must be verified against the vehicle's physical cluster. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and braking components due to the erratic mileage recorded in the final years. High-intensity driving places immense stress on suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers, which often show premature wear on a 17-year-old Passat. Check for structural corrosion on the sills and subframe points, as the MOT record does not flag historical rust despite the age of the chassis. Evaluation of the brake discs and pads is also vital to ensure that the rapid mileage accumulation has not caused excessive heat damage or thinning.