2014 Volkswagen Amarok 2.0L Diesel · AF14 FOM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 127,771 miles was a pass, it followed a significant failure that day where both the offside and nearside front coil springs were fractured, and the front windscreen wiper failed to clear. This trend suggests that mechanical faults are only addressed once they result in an MOT failure, which can lead to secondary wear on related components between testing intervals. The mileage pattern is consistent with a twelve-year-old commercial utility vehicle, averaging approximately 10,600 miles per year. Between February 2023 at 106,760 miles and October 2024 at 118,804 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 12,000 miles, indicating steady annual use. The recent interval of nearly 9,000 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests fits this trajectory, explaining the wear observed on suspension and braking components. A buyer must perform a thorough physical inspection of the suspension geometry, as the failure of both front coil springs in 2025 indicates significant stress on the front-end assembly. The offside rear shock absorber, noted for external casing damage in 2023, should be checked for fluid leaks that might indicate imminent failure. Given the history of thin brake pads and worn discs recorded in 2023, followed by recurring tyre issues in 2024, the current state of consumables should be evaluated to ensure they are not nearing the end of their functional life shortly after purchase.