2013 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Petrol · AP13 ABX

The 2025‑11‑07 MOT at 111,549 miles passed, with only a near‑side rear tyre worn close to the legal limit and play detected in the near‑side front steering rack inner joint, showing that the vehicle remains roadworthy despite minor issues. The overall record demonstrates a stable maintenance trend, as no major failures have recurred since the 2023 test and the recent pass confirms continued compliance. Mileage has risen from 10,794 miles in June 2016 to 111,549 miles in November 2025, averaging about 8,600 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a 2013 model. The intervals between tests are generally annual, though the jump from 90,539 miles in November 2024 to 111,549 miles in November 2025 represents an acceleration of roughly 21,000 miles in a single year, suggesting increased driving activity or periods of reduced use. Recurring observations include repeated tyre wear on the near‑side edges, first noted at 54,456 miles in 2021 and again at 111,549 miles in 2025, indicating possible alignment or suspension issues. Steering rack inner joint play appears only in the latest test, while brake disc pitting was recorded at 82,467 miles in 2023 and brake pad wear was flagged at 66,368 miles in 2022. Windscreen damage and washer failures were noted in 2019 and 2021, and a fog lamp malfunction appeared in the 2019 failed test. A buyer should therefore inspect the condition of the steering rack and suspension bushes, verify tyre tread depth and edge wear, examine brake discs for scoring or corrosion, check brake pad thickness, assess windscreen integrity and washer operation, and look for any structural rust or damage that might have been missed in previous tests.