2015 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · AP64 ABU

The vehicle remains in a roadworthy condition with a stable maintenance trend over the last decade. The most recent test on 8 January 2026 at 30,314 miles initially showed a failure for a non-functional offside front dipped beam, which was rectified immediately to achieve a pass with no recorded defects. Prior to this, the vehicle maintained five consecutive clean passes without any advisories or minor faults, indicating that the mechanical and structural components have remained within tolerance limits under current usage patterns. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging only approximately 2,756 miles per year. There is a noticeable jump in usage recorded between January 2025 and January 2026, where the car covered 5,409 miles in a single year, compared to the previous annual increase of roughly 1,100 miles. This pattern of infrequent use explains the January 2021 failure at 20,339 miles where all four tyres had perished on the sidewalls, a common symptom of a vehicle sitting stationary for long periods rather than being driven. A buyer should inspect the vehicle for signs of age-related degradation that low mileage cannot prevent. Because the car has sat for long intervals, a physical check is required for surface corrosion on brake discs and perished rubber components such as suspension bushes and hoses. The tyres should be examined specifically for flat spotting or cracking, as the previous history proves they can rot despite low tread. While the record shows no recurring structural issues or mechanical failures, the primary risk remains the impact of long-term storage on fluid seals and gaskets.