2016 Volkswagen Golf 1.2L Petrol · CC05 BMC

The 2026‑02‑07 MOT at 75,682 miles confirms the Volkswagen Golf remains roadworthy, though the tester flagged a damaged offside front windscreen and a deteriorated near‑side front track‑rod end dust cover with a corroded, broken retaining clip. The record shows a stable maintenance pattern, with no worsening of suspension or brake faults since the 2023 failure, and only minor advisory items in the latest test. Mileage accumulation over the vehicle’s ten‑year life has been irregular; the car added roughly 42,857 miles between 2019 and 2026, averaging about 6,100 miles per year, but the jump from 61,258 miles in February 2024 to 68,122 miles in February 2025 represents a rapid 6,864‑mile increase, followed by a further 7,560‑mile rise to the current reading. Periods of low usage are evident between 2023 and 2024, when only 2,082 miles were recorded, suggesting the car may have been stored or used sparingly. A buyer should therefore inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, verify that the rear shock absorbers show no oil misting, and examine the front track‑rod end for play or corrosion beyond the advisory clip condition. The brake discs, previously noted as pitted but not seriously weakened, merit a close visual check for scoring or uneven wear, and the tyre tread depth should be measured against the legal limit, given the recurring edge‑wear advisories. The windscreen wipers, which failed in 2023, must be tested for effective clearing, and the structural integrity of the front windscreen and surrounding bodywork should be assessed for any hidden rust or damage. Overall, the vehicle presents no immediate safety concerns, but the pattern of recurring tyre wear, suspension oil leakage, and minor structural defects indicates that diligent, periodic maintenance will be required to keep it in reliable condition.