VOLKSWAGEN GOLF1997 · 1.9L DIESEL

The most recent MOT record is from July 2012, which means there is no evidence of the vehicle's roadworthiness for the last fourteen years. This is a significant concern for any buyer as the current condition is entirely unknown. The recorded history shows a clear pattern of structural corrosion. By 2011 and 2012, the offside front sill was holed and the floor area was corroded to excess. There were also recurring defects involving split constant velocity joint gaiters and various bodywork issues. The condition trend appeared to be worsening leading up to the final entry. Corrosion was noted as not excessive in 2010 but progressed to holed sills and excessive corrosion in the following two years. The mileage is very low for a twenty-nine-year-old vehicle. While this implies lighter use, it often suggests long periods of standing. This can lead to the perishing of rubber components and can accelerate the type of corrosion seen in the MOT history.