1991 Volkswagen Polo 1.3L Petrol · J781 JCK

The Volkswagen Polo presents as roadworthy based on the most recent test, with the October 2023 MOT at 87,472 miles returning a pass and no defects recorded. The maintenance trend is stable across the available history, showing no worsening faults or recurring advisories between 2021 and 2023. The vehicle cleared every presented test without mechanical or structural concerns noted by the tester. Recorded mileage sits at 87,472 against a 1991 build, an average of roughly 2,499 miles per year and low for the age. The October 2021 failure at 69,015 miles carried no defects, with the car passing the next day on 6 October 2021 at identical mileage, indicating an administrative or presentation issue rather than a fault. From that point the odometer moved 13,884 miles to September 2022 (82,899 miles) and a further 4,573 miles to October 2023, reflecting light use with no rapid accumulation. Given the clean record, a buyer should still inspect for age-related corrosion on structural members, suspension bushes, and brake calipers, as a 35-year-old vehicle can hide rot and perishing not captured in a pass result. The October 2021 fail with no defects logged warrants confirmation the failure cause was purely procedural and not a suppressed fault. Verify exhaust condition and tyre sidewall cracking before purchase, as low-mileage classics often suffer from standing damage overlooked by annual tests.