VOLKSWAGEN GOLF2002 · 1.6L PETROL

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean pass on May 1, 2026, 109,422 miles. The maintenance trend shows significant improvement after a period of mechanical neglect in early 2024. While the car suffered multiple failures in April of that year, the two most recent tests have recorded no defects, indicating that the current owner has addressed the outstanding suspension and steering issues and is currently maintaining the vehicle to a passing standard. At 24 years old, the recorded mileage of 109,422 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 4,500 miles. The data shows a consistent pattern of recent use, with roughly 8,000 miles covered between April 2024 and April 2025, and another 8,100 miles between April 2025 and May 2026. This low-frequency usage often leads to the degradation of rubber components rather than wear-related failure, which aligns with the bushing and steering issues previously noted in the history. A physical inspection should focus on the areas where the vehicle failed during the 2024 test. The tester previously identified excessive wear on both rear suspension arm bushes and significant free play in the nearside steering rack arm. A buyer must verify these repairs were thorough by checking forার knocks or steering wheel wander during a test drive. Additionally, the rear brake pipes were previously noted for corrosion and obscured by grease; a close inspection is required to ensure these were properly replaced or treated and that no structural corrosion remains in the braking lines. The 2024 failure also highlighted four tyres reaching the legal limit or showing uneven wear, suggesting a lapse in basic consumable maintenance. While the most recent MOT shows no tyre defects, the age of the vehicle makes checking for rubber rot and sidewall cracking essential. Given the age of the Golf, the structural integrity of the chassis and mounting points remains a priority, as the MOT record does not account for potential rust hidden in unexamined areas.