2018 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF2.0L Petrol

The vehicle presents a stable but slightly declining maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT on 27 March 2026 at 55,735 miles showing recurring wear items. While the car passed its latest inspection, the tester flagged both front tyres as being worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edges. The record also shows an ongoing issue with the nearside front lower suspension arm bush bonding starting to peel, a condition that has persisted since the April 2025 test. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical low-to-mid usage pattern for an eight-year-old vehicle. The car covered 11,620 miles by April 2021 and has since averaged approximately 6,000 to 7,000 miles per year. This steady progression is evident in the jump from 22,727 miles in March 2022 to 36,857 miles in March 2023, and finally to the current 55,735 miles. There are no significant gaps in the testing history, suggesting the vehicle has been in regular use. A prospective buyer should focus on the suspension components during a physical inspection. The MOT history shows a clear pattern of deteriorating suspension arm bushes, specifically the inner and outer pins and the bush bonding, which first appeared in April 2024 and has remained a recurring advisory through 2025 and 2026. Although these were noted as not resulting in excessive movement, the continued presence of these advisories suggests the rubber components are reaching the end of their service life. The recurring tyre advisories also indicate a need for closer scrutiny of the wheel alignment. The fact that both the offside and nearside front tyres were flagged for edge wear in both the 2025 and 2026 tests suggests a potential tracking issue or uneven camber that may require professional adjustment. Checking the condition of the front suspension geometry and ensuring the recent tyre replacements have addressed the uneven wear is essential before purchase.