2013 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L Petrol · KMZ 5882

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT test in February 2026. While there was a failure recorded just two weeks prior in the same month, the subsequent pass with no defects indicates that any issues were rectified. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the owner seems responsive to addressing immediate mechanical requirements to keep the car to a roadable standard. The recorded mileage is exceptionally low for a vehicle of thirteen years' age, averaging just over 3,700 miles per year. This pattern suggests the car has likely been used for short trips or kept stationary for long periods. The very narrow gap between the failure at 49,222 miles and the pass at 49,249 miles shows that the vehicle was driven specifically to resolve the test requirements, rather than reflecting long-term neglect. Given the low-mileage, a physical inspection should focus on components that degrade due to age rather than mechanical wear. A buyer should check the rubber elements, such as suspension bushes, hoses, and tyres, which can perish and crack when a car sits infrequently. It is also vital to inspect the braking system for corrosion or seized calipers, as low-mileage cars often suffer from surface rust on the discs due to lack of use.