2014 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · AD61 ENA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its latest test in November 2025 at 126,183 miles, it failed that same inspection due to multiple tyre defects. The presence of an offside rear tyre dipping below the legal 1.6mm limit combined with uneven wear on the other tyres suggests that the previous owner neglected basic consumable maintenance until an MOT failure forced them to address the issue. At 126,183 miles over twelve years, the Golf has averaged approximately 10,500 miles per annum, which aligns closely with typical UK usage patterns for a vehicle of this age. The interval between the September 2023 test at 110,377 miles and the October 2024 test at 119,605 miles shows consistent use of roughly 9,200 miles in that period. This steady mileage suggests the car was not left stationary, though the frequency of failures indicates components are being pushed under standard mechanical stress. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the suspension system following the serious fluid leak on the offside rear shock absorber recorded in October 2024. Although this was likely replaced to secure the pass, the remaining shocks should be checked for signs of weeping or premature failure, especially as the uneven edge wear noted on the front tyres may indicate alignment issues or worn suspension bushes. The rear brake discs were flagged as pitted and scored in late 2024; while not an immediate failure point, the thickness and surface condition of these discs should be verified to ensure they are not nearing their minimum limit.