2014 Volkswagen Passat 1.4L Petrol · YX14 TGF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on its consistent maintenance history. The most recent MOT test on 22 April 2025 at 65,998 miles resulted in a pass with no defects, following a failure just six days prior at 65,997 miles. This suggests a minor, rectifyable issue such as a bulb failure that was addressed immediately, rather than a pattern of escalating mechanical failure or structural degradation. The mileage profile is notably low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. The car recorded 55,608 miles in April 2022 and 62,044 miles by May 2023, showing an increase of roughly 6,400 miles in that period. The gap between the 2023 and 2025 tests indicates the vehicle may have sat stationary for periods between inspections. While low mileage typically reduces wear on the drivetrain and brake components, it can lead to rubber perish or seized of brake calipers due to inactivity. Given the clean advisory history, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on signs of age-related wear that low-mileage usage does not prevent. Check the condition of suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking, as these components degrade over time regardless of distance driven. Inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting, which often occurs on vehicles that are used infrequently. The lack of recorded structural advisories suggests the chassis has remained well-protected from corrosion, but a visual check of the underbody for surface rust remains standard for a vehicle of this age.