VOLKSWAGEN POLO2014 · 1.0L PETROL

The vehicle presents an inconsistent history of mechanical attention, primarily centered around the front suspension and braking system. In the most recent inspection on 18 June 2026 at 64,962 miles, the car passed with no advisories, indicating a temporary resolution of previous issues. However, the test on 22 April 2025 at 61,076 miles failed due to the offside lower suspension arm being weakened and the nearside ball joint being bent. This followed a failure on 28 April 2025 at 61,083 miles where the nearside lower suspension arm was found to be damaged and the offside ball joint detached. These recurring failures suggest a pattern of wear on front-end components that have required significant replacement. The mileage profile is low for a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,400 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between the 2024 test (56,715 miles) and the 2025 test (61,076 miles), during which the car covered roughly 4,300 miles. While the low mileage generally reduces wear on consumable items, the repeated failures of the suspension arms and joints in 2025 indicate that the vehicle may have experienced significant impacts or suffered from component fatigue despite low usage. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension geometry to ensure the repairs made in early 2025 were executed correctly and that no further play is developing. While the 2026 test shows no immediate defects, the history of thin brake pads and worn discs in previous years suggests that the braking system is subject to standard maintenance intervals. The structural integrity of the vehicle appears stable based on the records, but the front-end assembly remains the primary area of concern for this specific example.