2002 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · IKZ 1011

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass on 09 November 2025 at 83,507 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, although the history reveals a pattern of immediate failures followed by successful retests. This recurring fail-then-pass cycle in both 2024 and 2025 suggests that the previous owner addressed specific defects only when prompted by an MOT tester failure, rather than performing preventative maintenance or proactive inspections on a regular schedule. The mileage profile is notably low for a nineteen-year-old Volkswagen Polo, averaging approximately 4,400 miles per annum. There is a significant gap in records between June 2023 at 50,266 miles and September 2024 at 72,887 miles, where the vehicle covered over 22,000 miles in just fifteen months. Since that period, usage has dropped considerably, with only 10,620 miles recorded between September 2024 and November 2025. This intermittent usage pattern often leads to the degradation of rubber components and fluid breakdown despite the low odometer reading. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and braking system, as the low-mileage status often masks seized brake calipers or perished suspension bushes. Given the age of the vehicle, the structural integrity of the sills and wheel arches requires close scrutiny for corrosion corrosion, particularly where moisture typically accumulates. While the most recent test shows no defects, the historical nature of the car indicates that components like coil springs and exhaust hangers may be nearing the end of their functional life regardless of the limited mileage driven.