2018 VOLKSWAGEN POLO1.0L Petrol

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the most recent inspection indicates the first sign of mechanical wear in its history. In the August 2025 test at 13,353 miles, the tester flagged a nearside front service brake fluctuation. While the vehicle passed the test, this marks a shift from the perfectly clean records seen in previous years, suggesting that components are now beginning to show signs of age despite the low mileage. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,669 miles per year. Data shows a consistent and slow rate of accumulation from 6,443 miles in August 2021 to 13,353 miles in August 2025. This low usage suggests the car has undergone minimal mechanical stress on the drivetrain and engine, but low-mileage vehicles often suffer from degradation of rubber-based components, such as seals, suspension bushes, and tyre sidewalls, due to long periods of inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front braking system to address the fluctuation noted in the latest MOT. This issue often stems from thinned brake discs or a sticking caliper, which can be exacerbated by the vehicle sitting stationary for long periods. It is also advisable to inspect the tyres for flat spotting or age cracking, as low tread depth does not prevent the rubber from hardening over time. The structural integrity appears sound across the recorded history, with no mentions of corrosion-related failures ever documented.