2015 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · AV65 AEL

The vehicle presents a stable level of roadworthiness, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass on 19 November 2025 at 47,487 miles which resulted in no recorded defects. This follows a consistent trend of clean passes over the last three years. Despite a single failure on 31 October 2023, the issue was rectified immediately to pass on the same day. This suggests the previous owner was proactive in addressing MOT failures rather than allowing minor mechanical faults to accumulate. The mileage profile is notably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,317 miles per year. Between November 2022 and November 2024, the car covered 5,053 miles, while the final 3,196 miles were recorded in the last year of testing. This low usage typically indicates less mechanical wear on the engine, drivetrain, and braking system compared to high-mile counterparts. However, long periods of standing can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid integrity, which are not always captured by mileage figures alone. A physical inspection should focus on components susceptible to low-mileage neglect. The buyer must check for perished rubber in suspension bushes and aged tyres that may show cracking despite adequate tread depth. Since the record shows no advisories for brakes or exhaust, the tester should still verify for binding calipers or excessive rust from inactivity. Given the age of the vehicle, the buyer should also monitor for structural corrosion on the chassis mounting points, as low mileage does not prevent environmental oxidation over a decade.