2014 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · AF14 AYJ

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently failing, and the maintenance trend is clearly worsening over the past two years. The most recent test on 2025-06-30 at 76,744 miles failed on the front brake disc, indicating that the brake system has become progressively more compromised since the previous pass at 65,904 miles. This failure is not an isolated incident but a pattern of repeated failures on the same components, suggesting that basic upkeep has been skipped and the wear on these parts has exceeded acceptable limits for the vehicle's age. The mileage history reveals a significant gap between the last MOT and the current one, with a notable accumulation of 10,000 miles between the 2024-06-24 and 2025-06-30 tests. This rapid increase suggests that the vehicle has not been maintained at the required frequency, leading to accelerated degradation of critical components. The current mileage of 76,744 miles is approximately 6,395 miles per year, which is typical for a 2014 model, but the lack of regular servicing has compounded this wear, causing the suspension, brakes, and drivetrain to deteriorate faster than expected for their age. A buyer must inspect the vehicle for structural integrity and mechanical faults in the suspension, brakes, and steering system. The history indicates that the front suspension arm pins and bushings have been worn repeatedly, causing slight perishing of the bushes, which may lead to excessive movement. The brakes have been failing on the disc and pad, with the disc showing pitting and the pad wearing thin, both of which are advisories for replacement. Structural risks are also present, including a bulge in the rear tyre and a cut in the front tyre ply, which could compromise the vehicle's load-bearing capacity.