2015 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Diesel · BK15 RRX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive servicing. The most recent test in October 2025 at 81,459 miles identified deteriorating brake components including pitted front brake discs and thin pads, alongside a minor exhaust sleeve leak. This follows a problematic period in 2024 where the car failed on multiple suspension and tyre defects. While the vehicle continues to pass, the frequency of mechanical failures suggests that components are only addressed once they reach failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,400 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between April 2021 and April 2022, where the car covered over 13,000 miles, but the more recent usage remains steady with nearly 19,000 miles between November 2023 and October 2025. This consistent use often accelerates the wear on rubber-based components, which explains the issues with suspension bushes and shock absorbers noted in the later tests. A buyer must closely inspect the front suspension, as the record shows both front suspension arm bushes were flagged as excessively worn in 2024. The nearside front shock absorber also showed oil misting at that time, which should be verified to ensure the seal has not since failed. The braking system has a documented history of issues, ranging from binding calipers in 2019 to imbalance and parking brake failures in 2023. Given the recent report of pitted discs and thin pads in 2025, the front brake assembly likely requires immediate replacement to ensure safe stopping performance.