2016 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L Hybrid electric (clean) · W111 ABU

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status having passed its most recent MOT in November 2025 at 102,009 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the November 2025 test resulted in no defects, the vehicle failed just five days prior due to critical sidewall damage on both the rear rear and front tyres. This suggests the owner only addresses safety defects when forced by a test failure, rather than performing routine safety checks between inspections. The mileage accumulation is consistent, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year, which aligns with the expected usage patterns for a ten-year-old Golf. Records show a steady progression of use from 48,623 miles in early 2019 to 102,009 miles in late 2025. There are no significant gaps in mileage that would suggest long periods of stationary storage, though the rapid-fire failure and passing in November 2025 indicate a recent period of high activity or urgent administrative testing. A buyer must pay close attention to the tyres and suspension components, as the history reveals recurring issues with sidewall damage and uneven wear. The 2023 failure noted a serious fluid leak from the offside front shock absorber, and multiple advisories between 2021 and 2023 highlighted tyres worn on the edges. This often points to alignment issues or worn suspension bushes that remain unresolved. Additionally, the front brake discs were flagged as worn in early 2023, requiring a physical inspection of the current thickness and surface condition to ensure they have not reached the minimum limit of their functional life.