VOLKSWAGEN GOLF2016 · 1.4L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful test in April 2026 at 105,421 miles. However, the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding the braking system. While the most recent test recorded no defects, a failure just one month prior at 105,420 miles revealed that both rear brake discs were seriously weakened. This progression indicates that the minor pitting and scoring noted in April 2025 were not addressed until the components reached a critical point of failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,500 miles per year. There is a steady accumulation of mileage between tests, such as the 15,000 miles driven between May 2023 and May 2024, and another 11,000 miles between May 2024 and April 2025. This regularity suggests the car is used consistently rather than sitting for long periods, which generally benefits the mechanical components, but places expected loads on wear items like the suspension and braking hardware. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear braking assembly to ensure the discs replaced after the 2026 failure are of sufficient quality and properly fitted. Given the history of corrosion and wear, the inspector should also check for signs of caliper seizing or binding which may have accelerated the previous disc degradation. Since the vehicle has surpassed 100,000 miles, a physical check of the suspension bushes and coil springs is also necessary, as these components often reach their limit at this age and mileage interval.