2005 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · AD55 ACU

The vehicle's roadworthiness shows a pattern of intermittent mechanical neglect and recurring component failure. While the most recent test on 29 March 2023 at 99,228 miles resulted in a pass, the record shows the car failed just two days prior due to serious issues including a fractured nearside front coil spring, excessive exhaust emissions, and insufficient brake lever travel. The maintenance trend appears unstable, as the vehicle frequently fails on preventable items like lighting, tyres, and suspension components before being rectified for a subsequent pass. The mileage profile indicates low annual usage, averaging approximately 4,725 miles per year over its 21-year lifespan. This low usage is evident in the jump from 88,873 miles in February 2022 to 99,228 miles in March 2023. However, the data is significantly outdated. Given today's date is 28 July 2026, the last recorded MOT was conducted over three years ago. This lack of recent testing means the current mechanical state and legal roadworthiness of the vehicle are entirely unverified. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the chassis and suspension. The MOT history reveals persistent issues with corrosion, specifically regarding the outer sill and seat belt anchorage areas, which were flagged as corroded in 2021 and 2022. The suspension has a history of failure, including a seriously weakened offside front arm in 2020 and a fractured coil spring in 2023. These recurring faults suggest that while individual repairs are made, the underlying degradation of rubber bushes and metal components is ongoing. Further attention should be directed toward the exhaust system and braking components. The tester identified an exhaust gas leak in March 2023, following a major leak and failed emissions tests in 2021. The braking system has also shown signs of instability, with reports of imbalanced brakes in 2021 and insufficient lever travel in 2023. Because the vehicle has been sitting without a recorded MOT since early 2023, an inspection of the fuel system, battery, and tyre condition is essential to check for deterioration caused by long periods of inactivity.