2017 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · CH09 KAS

The most recent MOT on 2025-12-02 recorded two key issues: the offside front tyre was worn close to the legal limit, and the nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot was severely deteriorated. Both were classified as "minor" defects, but the boot failure could indicate neglect in routine maintenance, increasing the risk of drivetrain failure if left unaddressed. A recurring pattern of tyre wear is evident, particularly on front inner edges, dating back to 2022. This suggests potential alignment or suspension issues, though no alignment faults were explicitly recorded. The 2023-08-04 MOT included a failure for front inner tyre ply exposure and worn suspension arm bushings, indicating progressive wear in critical components. While subsequent MOTs show improvements in brake disc condition, the suspension and tyre issues persist, raising concerns about long-term reliability. The vehicle’s mileage of 106,644 miles over 9 years aligns with the typical average of 11,849 miles per year. This suggests moderate use rather than heavy wear, but the repeated suspension and tyre defects imply either consistent under-maintenance or inherent design vulnerabilities in the Polo’s front-end components. The 2023 failure for worn suspension arm bushes, followed by a 2024 MOT noting pitted brake discs, indicates a gradual decline in mechanical integrity, though recent passes show no major new faults. The trend suggests a stable but concerning baseline of wear, with no clear improvement or worsening.