2021 Volkswagen Golf Style TSI 1.5L Petrol · CA17 THT

The most recent MOT on 28 July 2025 at 47,806 miles returned a pass, though the record carries a worsening tyre maintenance pattern. The tester flagged front tyres worn close to the legal limit with edge wear on both sides, alongside rear tyres showing cracking and perishing. This represents an escalation from the previous year, where only rear tyre perishing was noted. The windscreen damage advisory, whilst minor, adds a further point of deferred attention. Overall trajectory points toward declining routine upkeep rather than mechanical failure. Mileage accumulation sits at roughly 9,561 miles annually, which aligns with typical UK usage for a vehicle of this age and class. The 11,318 miles driven between May 2024 and July 2025 indicates consistent use without prolonged stationary periods. No significant gaps appear in the testing record, though the sparse two-test history limits deeper pattern analysis. The absence of corrosion, suspension, brake, or emissions advisories across both tests is mechanically reassuring for a five-year-old Golf. The recurring tyre advisories demand particular scrutiny. Cracking and perishing on both rear tyres in consecutive years, compounded by front tyres worn to near-legal limits twelve months later, suggests replacement intervals have been stretched beyond prudent practice. Edge wear on the fronts may indicate alignment issues or underinflation; both warrant inspection. A prospective buyer should verify all four tyres have been replaced since the July 2025 test, as the advisories imply they were still fitted at that time. Beyond rubber, the windscreen chip requires verification that it has not propagated. The lack of any brake, suspension, or structural advisories across both tests is favourable, though a hands-on inspection of coil springs, dampers, and brake disc condition remains advisable given the vehicle's age. Exhaust emissions passed cleanly on both occasions. In summary, the record reveals a fundamentally sound chassis let down by deferred consumable maintenance. Negotiate accordingly, and budget for immediate tyre replacement if not already addressed.