Volkswagen Passat B9 (2024-present) reliability
Volkswagen Passat B9: not enough MOT data yet
We don't have enough MOT history on the Volkswagen Passat B9 yet to spot a pattern.
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Key figure
Check a car’s number plate to see its own MOT record, or come back when there’s more MOT history.
No MOT tests on record for this Passat generation yet.
What to check before viewing
The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.
Brake discs
High priorityAsk for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.
Brake pads
High priorityAsk when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light history.
Tyres
Worth checkingCheck tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.
Shock absorbers
Worth checkingBounce-test each corner; check for oily streaks down the strut bodies.
Vehicle-specific check
Worth checkingCheck the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.
Recall context
43 recalls in all1 of the 43 Passat B9 recalls covers cars built in these years.
- 1 Critical
Top concerns
- Replace front passenger airbag
For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.
What has gone wrong on Passat B9 cars built around 2021
The share of hybrid electric cars that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Based on 80 cars.
Most common issues on Volkswagen Passats of this age
This list covers every Volkswagen Passat built around 2021, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the B9 on its own.
Most common advisories and fails
In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one
- 117.5%Advisory
Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge
- 210.9%Advisory
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
- 38.3%Advisory
Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
- 48.0%Advisory
Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing
- 56.6%Advisory
Brake pads wearing thin
Based on 5,683 tests
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