VOLKSWAGEN POLO1996 · 1.6L PETROL

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is currently indeterminate due to a complete lack of MOT data for over fifteen years. The last recorded test in April 2011 at 72,744 miles showed a pass after correcting minor bulb failures, but because the car has not been tested since 2011, there is no evidence to verify its current mechanical integrity or safety status. The historical maintenance trend prior to 2011 suggests a vehicle prone to component-related failures, but that data is now obsolete. The vehicle shows an exceptionally low mileage of 72,744 miles over approximately thirty years, averaging roughly 2,400 miles per year. However, the recorded history reveals a significant gap in activity between 2009 and 2011, where the car covered only about 9,000 miles in two years, followed by a total absence of records for the following decade. This pattern suggests the car may have sat stationary for long periods. Low mileage on a vehicle of this age often leads to the degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and seized brake parts despite the low mechanical wear. A physical inspection must focus on the areas that showed recurring issues in the past. The record indicates a history of rear wheel bearings that progressed from excessive play in 2009 to slight play in 2010, alongside front shock absorbers showing oil leaks and worn bushes. The excessive exhaust emissions and split vacuum pipe noted in 2010 suggest potential engine management or sealing issues that require modern verification. Given the age and likely long periods of inactivity, the buyer should specifically check for structural corrosion on the sills and floor pans, as well as ensuring that brake calipers have not seized and tyres are not perished.