2009 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF1.6L Diesel

The vehicle remains roadworthy as of the October 2025 test at 79,708 miles, where it passed despite severe deterioration of the nearside and offside front upper anti‑roll bar ball‑joint dust‑covers and rust‑affected rear suspension. The pattern of MOT outcomes shows a stable trend – every annual test since 2014 has resulted in a pass, with only isolated advisories and a single failure in 2013 for a tyre bulge. The recent defects are limited to non‑structural components and do not compromise the core safety of the car. Mileage has averaged roughly 4,700 miles per year over the 17‑year lifespan, indicating light use. From the 2015 test at 56,321 miles to the 2025 test at 79,708 miles the vehicle accumulated 23,387 miles, an increase of about 2,200 miles each year, consistent with the recorded figures. No sudden spikes or unusually high mileage intervals appear, suggesting the car has not been subjected to intensive short‑term use. A prospective buyer should focus on the front upper anti‑roll bar ball‑joint dust‑covers, confirming that the severe deterioration noted in October 2025 has been remedied or is being monitored for corrosion that could affect the ball‑joint integrity. The rear suspension should be examined for rust penetration that might weaken suspension bushes or coil springs. Brake performance warrants a check, given the offside rear service brake binding recorded in October 2022, to ensure the caliper and disc are free of excess wear. The exhaust clamp flagged insecure in 2022 should be inspected for proper fastening, and the condition of the front tyres, previously close to the legal tread limit in 2014, should be verified as current. Ensuring the under‑body covers are securely fitted will help protect against further corrosion.