2002 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · AY52 OPD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 25 November 2025 at 105,090 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record shows a pattern of immediate failures followed by successful passes in the last two testing cycles. In both 2024 and 2025, the car failed the test just four days before passing, suggesting that minor defects were rectified specifically to meet the re-test. The mileage profile is notably low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,379 miles per year. Between November 2023 and November 2025, the car covered 14,331 miles, indicating a consistent but light usage pattern of roughly 7,000 miles annually during that period. This low mileage generally reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though long periods of inactivity can sometimes lead to age-related perishables, such as perished seals or fluid degradation. While the history shows no recorded advisories, a buyer must perform a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity of the chassis and sills, as older Volkswagen vehicles are prone to hidden corrosion that may not always trigger an MOT failure. Given the recurring pre-test failures, inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear or cracking, which often occurs over time despite limited mileage. Checking the brake discs for pitting or seized calipers is also advisable to ensure the recent passes were not masking underlying mechanical issues.