VOLKSWAGEN POLO2010 · 1.2L Petrol

The vehicle’s most recent MOT, conducted on 2025-01-28 at 127,610 miles, resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. However, the preceding test on 2025-01-27 at 127,608 miles failed without any defects noted, suggesting potential inconsistency in testing or procedural issues. The 2024-02-03 test at 126,600 miles and the 2023-02-20 test at 118,765 miles both passed with no defects, while the 2022-12-03 test at 117,349 miles failed without recorded issues. This pattern indicates an unstable maintenance history, with no clear mechanical trends emerging from the defect logs. The vehicle’s mileage of 127,610 miles aligns with an average of approximately 7,976 miles per year over its 16-year lifespan. However, the 2022-12-03 to 2025-01-28 period shows a 10,262-mile increase over 2 years and 1 day, averaging 5,131 miles annually—a slight reduction from the long-term average. This suggests possible lighter usage in recent years, though the sparse defect data offers limited insight into wear patterns. The absence of recurring issues in passing tests implies no immediate structural or mechanical risks, but the failed tests without recorded defects raise questions about testing accuracy. A buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the suspension system, particularly suspension bushes and coil springs, given the vehicle’s age and mileage. The lack of brake-related defects in passing tests is reassuring, but the failed 2025-01-27 test warrants scrutiny of brake components, including calipers and discs, for hidden binding or corrosion. Structural integrity should also be assessed, as rust or fatigue in the chassis could go undetected in MOT records. The expired 2025 MOT means the vehicle is currently unroadworthy, necessitating a full pre-purchase inspection before consideration.