2010 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Petrol · AV10 WHC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in December 2025 at 99,084 miles resulted in a failure due to significant parking brake issues and exhaustrelated corrosion. While the car passed the immediate retest, the appearance of an inoperative offside rear parking brake and low overall efficiency suggests that the braking system was neglected until a formal inspection forced attention. At 99,084 miles, the Polo has averaged approximately 6,200 miles per year over its sixteen-year life, which is consistent with a low-use vehicle profile. The mileage data shows steady usage intervals, with 10,000 miles covered between December 2023 and November 2024, and another 14,000 miles recorded by December 2025. This regularity suggests the vehicle has not sat for long periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components and brake surfaces despite the low total mileage. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the exhaust and suspension components. The record shows recurring rear silencer outer skin corrosion appearing in both 2023 and 2025, indicating that rust is progressing on the structural-end hardware. Furthermore, the previous failure of the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage and the drive shaft CV boot indicates that rubber bushings and boots are reaching the end of their functional life. The buyer should check for grease leaks around the drive shafts and ensure the parking brake is now fully adjusted and holding, as the recent failure indicates potential mechanical wear in the rear drum mechanism.