Volkswagen Passat: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 9.7% of Volkswagen Passat MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2006, 2007 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 4,392 | 12.5% |
| 2001 | 9,047 | 12.2% |
| 2002 | 15,543 | 11.3% |
| 2003 | 23,968 | 11.8% |
| 2005 | 35,222 | 10.5% |
| 2006 | 50,152 | 15.8% |
| 2007 | 69,461 | 13.6% |
| 2008 | 73,824 | 13.0% |
| 2013 | 79,022 | 10.1% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.