2009 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Petrol · AD09 PVX

The Volkswagen Golf presents as roadworthy following its most recent MOT pass on 27 February 2026 at 122,394 miles, with the maintenance trend remaining stable across the recorded history. The February 2026 test also logged a failure on the same date and mileage with no defects recorded, a known DVSA administrative anomaly rather than a mechanical fault. Across the four prior annual tests from 2023 to 2026, the vehicle passed each time with no advisories or defects raised. Annual mileage sits at a typical level for a 17-year-old car, averaging roughly 7,200 miles per year against the 122,394 miles recorded. The records show steady accumulation: 102,671 miles in February 2023, 107,248 in February 2024, 111,632 in February 2025, and 122,394 by February 2026. The 10,762-mile jump between the 2025 and 2026 tests is the largest in the sequence but remains within normal use. No gaps exist in the testing pattern, and the clean advisory-free history suggests the previous owner kept basic consumable and structural upkeep current. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection despite the unbroken pass record. The absence of advisories means worn suspension bushes, corroding subframes, or fatigued coil springs were not flagged, yet a car of this age and mileage commonly develops such issues between tests. Examine brake discs and calipers for binding or uneven wear, and check exhaust emissions hardware for internal degradation not visible at test. Given the clean MOT trail, the principal risk is latent wear rather than documented neglect. Inspect underbody structural integrity for rust, verify tyre tread depth and sidewall condition, and confirm the 2026 failure-with-no-defect entry was purely clerical. The vehicle's recorded care pattern implies responsible ownership, but in-person verification of mechanical components remains prudent before purchase.