2017 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L Petrol · AF67 TVO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding neglected basic consumable items. The most recent test on 17 June 2026 at 39,682 miles resulted in a failure due to an offside front tyre below the legal limit and both rear tyres reaching the wear threshold. While the car passed just twelve days later, the recurring nature of tyre-related faults across multiple years suggests that the owner only addresses these issues when forced by an MOT failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. At nine years old, the recorded mileage of 39,682 miles represents a low average of approximately 4,400 miles per year. The usage pattern appears consistent, with a 4,400-mile gap between July 2024 and June 2025, and another 4,300 miles between June 2025 and June 2026. However, low mileage often correlates with the degradation of rubber-based components. The 2024 advisory specifically flagging cracking or perishing on the nearside front tyre indicates that the vehicle may have sat stationary for long periods, which leads to dry rot regardless of the low tread depth. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and wheel alignment, as the repeated reports of edge-wear on multiple tyres over several years often indicate misaligned geometry or worn suspension bushes. The buyer should also verify the age and condition of all four tyres to ensure they have not suffered from age-related cracking. While the record shows no significant structural corrosion or mechanical failures, the recent failure of the washer fluid system in 2026 highlights a general lack of attention to minor fluid checks that should be addressed by the owner.