VOLKSWAGEN POLO2013 · 1.2L PETROL

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness remains at a working standard, but the maintenance history indicates a clear deterioration trend that has likely worsened since the most recent MOT in December 2025. This is evidenced by the single failure recorded on 2025-12-18, which resulted in an Offside Rear Stop lamp failing and a corresponding failure on the 2023-12-18 date. While the 2025 test was passed, the subsequent failures in 2023 and 2024 demonstrate a consistent pattern of intermittent electrical and mechanical issues that have not been resolved, suggesting the vehicle has not undergone adequate preventative maintenance since the initial 2025 inspection. Regarding the mileage context, the vehicle is approximately 13 years old with 73,614 miles recorded, representing roughly 5,663 miles per year. This is a low mileage figure for a 2013 model, which typically requires more frequent servicing to prevent catastrophic failure of the drivetrain and suspension components. The significant gap between the 2025 test and the 2023 test, where the vehicle failed twice on the same date, indicates that the owner has likely skipped basic upkeep and relied on the vehicle to operate under reduced load, a practice that accelerates wear on critical components such as the engine, brakes, and suspension bushings. Given the recurring faults including electrical failures, oil leaks, and worn inner tyres, the buyer should inspect the vehicle in person for binding rear brakes, binding calipers, and structural rust on the engine block and exhaust system. The history of oil leaks suggests that the engine may require regular oil changes, and the worn inner tyres imply that the suspension bushings and coil springs may be approaching their service limits. If any of these components are found to be compromised, the vehicle should be considered unfit for driving due to the high probability of imminent failure.