2017 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · L50 WCT

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a persistent degradation in the front suspension geometry. The most recent test on 23 June 2025 at 8,364 miles flagged worn front lower suspension arm pins or bushes on both sides. This marks the third consecutive year of this specific advisory, indicating that while the components have not reached the threshold of failure, they are steadily approaching the end of their functional life and require replacement. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 929 miles per year. Between 2021 and 2025, the car covered only 3,912 miles, with consistent intervals of roughly 1,000 miles between annual tests. This pattern suggests the car is used very sparingly or remains stationary for long periods. Such low-use cycles can often lead to dry rot in rubber components and corrosion on brake contact surfaces, which likely explains the premature wear on the suspension arm bushes despite the low mechanical mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension to assess the extent of the play in the arm bushes. Since the tester has noted this issue annually since 2023, the rubber is likely perished from age rather than worn from friction. You should also examine the brakes for pitting or seized calipers, as low-frequency use often prevents the brakes from cleaning the discs effectively. Checking the tyres for sidew cracking is equally essential given the age of the vehicle relative to the tread depth.