2007 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · WV57 CVG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass in February 2026 at 138,651 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of recent improvement after a period of significant instability in early 2025. While the most recent test involved a minor failure for a torn nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover, this was rectified immediately to achieve a passing result. This suggests the current owner is willing to address safety-critical faults once identified by the testing center. At 138,651 miles, this nineteen-year-old Passat averages approximately 7,300 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The record shows a concentrated burst of activity between February 2025 and February 2026, where the car covered 6,007 miles in just fourteen months. This recent accumulation, combined with the multiple MOT failures in February 2025, indicates a period where the vehicle was being used more frequently, leading to the various mechanical wear and tear that required attention. A buyer should closely inspect the front suspension and drivetrain components in person. The offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot was flagged as severely deteriorated across three separate tests in early 2025, indicating it was likely replaced to prevent joint failure. The fractured nearside rear coil spring noted in February 2025 also necessitates a check of the remaining suspension springs for signs of fatigue or corrosion, as these components often fail in on older vehicles. The engine health also warrants scrutiny due to the February 2025 failure regarding excessive smoke and an inoperative engine management indicator light. These faults suggest potential issues with the turbocharger, fuel system, or sensors that were present at that time. A test drive should monitor for any blue or black smoke under acceleration and verify that the engine management light remains off during operation to ensure the underlying mechanical issues were fully resolved rather than merely masked.