2017 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · CE17 KPZ

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a recent shift toward deferred attention on consumable components. The most recent test on July 7, 2026 at 62,611 miles identified pitting and scoring on both nearside and offside rear brake discs. While these did not result in a failure, they indicate that the braking surfaces are beginning to corrode or wear unevenly after age, marking a departure from the clean records seen in mid-2024. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. The data shows steady progression, moving from 31,745 miles in August 2020 to 62,611 miles in 2026. This low annual usage suggests the car was used for short trips, which often explains the accelerated aging of rubber components and corrosion on metal surfaces. The gap between the 2020 and 2021 tests reflects the national COVID-19 extension rather than a lapse in testing frequency. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system and tyre condition. The 2025 test flagged multiple front tyres for being near the legal limit and edge wear, while the 2023 record noted perishing on the rear tyres. Given the recent report of pitted rear discs, the buyer must verify that the brake pads have sufficient thickness and that the calipers are not seizing. Additionally, check the suspension bushes and wiper blades for signs of cracking, as the low-mileage history often leads to dry rot in rubber parts before mechanical wear occurs.