2018 Volkswagen Polo 1.0L Petrol · Y666 YGM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 17 July 2026 at 47,589 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the latest report indicates the onset of minor component wear. While the car passed without major defects, the tester flagged the offside front shock absorber for light misting of oil, suggesting that the seal is beginning to fail, although it has not yet reached the stage of immediate failure. The mileage profile is consistently low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. Data shows a steady usage pattern between 2021 and 2024, where the car covered roughly 14,000 miles over three years. There was a notable increase in usage between August 2024 and August 2025, with 12,000 miles covered in a single year. This low mileage generally reduces mechanical strain on the drivetrain and engine, but can sometimes lead to rubber components drying out or cracking due to long periods of inactivity. A buyer should physically inspect the offside front shock absorber to determine if the misting is progressing toward a significant leak that would require replacement. The failure in August 2025 at 37,451 miles revealed deteriorated track rod end ball joint dust covers on both front sides. While these were clearly rectified immediately to achieve the subsequent pass, a manual check of the steering linkage is advisable to ensure no play has developed in the ball joints since. Given the low mileage, checking for surface corrosion on the brake discs and calipers is also prudent, as infrequently used vehicles often suffer from rust on the braking components.