VOLKSWAGEN POLO2018 · 1.0L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows signs of intermittent instability regarding braking and suspension components. While the most recent test in June 2026 passed, it highlighted a specific advisory regarding imbalanced rear Presentation requirements. This indicates that while the vehicle meets the minimum legal standard, the braking system is nearing a point that requires professional adjustment or mechanical intervention to ensure even wear and prevent future failure. At 64,654 miles over eight years, the car has been utilized at an average of approximately 8,000 miles per year, which is consistent with typical light-duty usage. However, there is a notable spike in activity between March 2024 and March 2025, where the vehicle covered over 8,300 miles in just twelve months. This rapid period of use likely correlates with the multiple failures recorded in March 2025, suggesting that artwork wear and tear reached a critical threshold simultaneously during that interval. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, specifically focusing on the offside front track rod end and associated ball joint dust covers which were flagged in both 2024 and 2025. The history shows a pattern of neglected minor components eventually failing, necessitating a check for current deterioration in rubber boots. Furthermore, the braking system requires a close look given the previous reports of incorrectly mounted pads, pitted discs, and the most recent warning on imbalanced rear brakes, which suggests the calipers or sliders may be sticking.