VOLKSWAGEN POLO2015 · 1.4L DIESEL

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status with a clear improving maintenance trend. The most recent MOT test on 16 May 2026 at 79,426 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the mechanical issues identified in previous years have been rectified. This recent clean-sheet suggests that the current owner is proactively addressing the wear and tear that previously flagged the car during testing failures. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old Volkswagen Polo, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per annum. Between May 2023 and May 2024, the car covered 6,004 miles, followed by a shorter interval of 6,223 miles in the following year, and another 3,146 miles prior to the 2026 test. This steady, low mileage suggests regular use, which helps prevent the degradation of rubber components and internal oxidation often seen with long periods of inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and braking system given the history of the 2024 failures. The May 2024 test highlighted a nearside front suspension arm ball joint with play and front brake discs that were pitted and scored. While these were cleared in subsequent tests, the inspector should verify that the ball joint remains free of movement and that the discs show no uneven wear. The previous report of rear brake binding in 2024 also warrants a check of the caliper sliders to ensure the mechanical resistance has not returned. Tyre maintenance shows a recurring history of neglect, with multiple entries for worn edges and perishing sidewalls between 2023 and 2024. Although the 2026 test showed no tyre defects, the buyer must check the current tread for sidewall cracking or uneven depth, as the vehicle has historically operated with tyres nearing legal limits. The broken exhaust middle clamp noted in 2024 has been resolved, but a visual check of the exhaust hangers and mounting remains advisable to ensure no further structural corrosion is present.