2017 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · AP17 EWT

The 2017 Volkswagen Polo presents a stable roadworthiness status with no recorded defects across its five most recent MOT tests. The latest examination on 19 August 2025 at 93,787 miles returned a clean pass with no advisories, confirming the maintenance trend has remained consistent and free of escalating faults since at least 2022. Annual mileage sits at roughly 10,400 miles, typical for a nine-year-old vehicle. The records show steady accumulation: 62,124 miles in February 2022, 69,434 in March 2023, 82,605 in March 2024, 89,793 in March 2025, and 93,787 by August 2025. The four-month gap between the March and August 2025 tests accounts for only 3,994 miles, indicating light use in that period. The DVSA data is sparse on faults, with no minor consumable wear or serious mechanical risks ever flagged. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, brake discs, and structural integrity given the car's age and urban commuting profile. The absence of advisories does not preclude hidden corrosion or worn components the tester did not escalate. Verify the service history matches the recorded mileages to confirm the previous owner kept to scheduled maintenance rather than relying solely on MOT compliance.