2023 Ford Passat 1.5L Petrol · X1 RTG

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a remarkably stable maintenance trend over the last five years. The most recent test conducted on 21 August 2025 at 177,250 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This streak of clean passes suggests that the previous owners have proactively addressed mechanical issues before they reached a point of failure, maintaining a consistent standard of operational readiness despite the high mileage. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. Between August 2021 and August 2025, the car covered 37,023 miles, representing a steady usage pattern of roughly 9,200 miles annually. This regularity indicates the vehicle is used consistently rather than left to sit, which often leads to seized seals or internal corrosion. The lack of any recorded advisories across these tests confirms that the primary drivetrain and chassis components have remained within acceptable tolerances during these mileage intervals. Despite the clean MOT history, the high total mileage necessitates a thorough physical inspection of components prone to age-related wear. A buyer should examine the suspension geometry for perished bushes and cracks on the coil springs, as high-mileage Passats often experience stress on the front end. The braking system should be checked for signs of caliper binding or uneven thinning of the discs, as the MOT only tests for efficiency rather than gradual wear. Additionally, verifying the structural integrity of the sills and rear mounting points is vital to ensure that hidden corrosion has not developed since the last inspection.