2020 Volkswagen Polo Match EVO 1.0L Petrol · TU11 AHX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in April 2026. The maintenance trend appears generally stable, though the recent failure at 44,104 miles indicates a lapse in preventative inspection. The tester failed due to deteriorated track rod end ball joint dust covers on both the nearside and offside front, but these faults were rectified immediately to allow the car to pass the re-test with no further defects. The mileage profile is consistent with a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,350 miles per year. There is a gap of 7,446 miles between the October 2024 test at 32,539 miles and the April 2026 test at 44,104 miles. This rate suggests regular use rather than long periods of stationary storage. The clean record from the 2024 test indicates that the vehicle had not been subjected to heavy stress or neglected high-mileage cycles. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension in person to ensure the replaced track rod ends were fitted correctly and that no other rubber are perished. The 2023 test at 25,093 miles flagged thin front brake pads, which is a standard consumable item, but the buyer should verify the current thickness of the pads and the condition of the discs to ensure service intervals are being tracked. Since the record shows no history of structural corrosion or exhaust failures, the mechanical integrity of the chassis appears to be maintained at an acceptable level.