2017 Volkswagen Polo 1.8L Petrol · CA55 WAL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having passed its most recent MOT in January 2026 at 67,425 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows an improving trajectory as the mechanical issues identified in previous years appear to have been addressed, resulting in a clean test sheet recently. This suggests the current ownership is proactive in rectifying faults rather than allowing minor defects to escalate into failures. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per annum. The data shows steady usage over time, with 10,000 miles covered between January 2024 and January 2025, and another 8,189 miles between January 2025 and January 2026. This regular interval is beneficial for the vehicle, as it prevents the degradation of rubber components and brake systems that often occurs during long periods of inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front-end geometry given the history of wishbone wear. The January 2025 test at 59,236 miles flagged worn front lower wishbone bushes and rear bushes, while the November 2022 record noted worn front brake discs and a nearside front tyre. While the latest test is clean, a physical inspection should check for any remaining play in the suspension arms or uneven tyre wear to ensure the previous repairs were comprehensive and that the alignment remains correct.