2015 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L Petrol · BT65 FNJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. While the most recent test in November 2025 at 74,875 miles resulted in a pass, it introduced an advisory for oil misting on the nearside front shock absorber. This is a recurring issue, first noted in November 2022 at 51,625 miles, suggesting the component is slowly reaching the end of its functional life. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 6,800 miles per year over the eleven-year period. The records show steady intervals between tests, with roughly 8,500 miles covered between the 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 6,400 miles before the November 2025 inspection. This low annual mileage generally limits wear on the drivetrain, but the failure in late 2024 indicates that critical components were not being addressed until they reached a point of failure. A buyer must pay close attention to the braking system and front suspension. The November 2024 failure was extensive, involving all four brake pads and both rear discs, alongside a binding caliper and imbalanced rear brakes. Although these were rectified for the subsequent pass, the history of pitted and scored discs dating back to 2022 suggests the braking hardware is prone to corrosion or neglect. The misting nearside front shock absorber has been present for three years and should be inspected visually to ensure the seal has not degraded into a significant leak which would require immediate replacement.