2007 Volkswagen Passat 2.0L Diesel · WV57 KFC

The Volkswagen Passat’s most recent MOT test on 2025-10-10 at 144,023 miles confirms it remains roadworthy without any recorded defects or advisories. This consistency across five consecutive annual tests—all passing without fail—indicates a stable maintenance pattern, though the absence of advisories or defects does not preclude underlying issues that might not have been detected during a standard MOT. The vehicle’s compliance with emissions, brakes, and structural checks suggests it has not been subjected to severe neglect, but wear-and-tear items such as suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake components will require closer scrutiny. The recorded mileage progression of approximately 7,580 miles per year aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, with no abrupt spikes or prolonged inactivity between tests. The most recent interval between 2024-10-24 (135,115 miles) and 2025-10-10 (144,023 miles) reflects 8,908 miles, slightly above the average, but still within reasonable bounds. There are no gaps longer than a year between tests, which helps rule out extended periods of disuse that could accelerate corrosion or component degradation. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an in-person inspection of high-wear areas such as the suspension system—particularly the rear bushes and coil springs—for signs of excessive play or cracking. The brakes, while not flagged in tests, warrant examination for uneven wear, binding calipers, or corrosion on the discs and pads, especially if the vehicle has experienced wet or salted road conditions. Structural integrity, particularly around the wheel arches and sills, should also be assessed for corrosion, as this is a common failure point in older Passats. The absence of advisories in recent tests does not guarantee these areas are flawless, so visual and functional checks are essential.