2011 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Petrol · CT60 ABX

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status having passed its most recent MOT on 23 January 2026 at 66,004 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record reveals a pattern of immediate failure followed by rapid rectification. In both 2025 and 2026, the vehicle failed the test within a few days of the scheduled appointment only to pass shortly thereafter. This suggests the owner is proactive in addressing minor non-compliance issues, such as bulbs, wipers, or minor sensor adjustments, rather than allowing defects to accumulate over long periods. The mileage profile is notably low for a fifteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,400 miles per year. Between January 2024 and January 2025, the car covered 2,412 miles, while the subsequent year saw a slight increase to 2,481 miles. While this low mileage reduces mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain components, it increases the risk of rubber-based parts degrading due to age and lack of use. The 2,500-mile-plus gap between the tests in January 2025 and January 2026 indicates the car is used sparingly for short-distance trips or sits for extended periods. Because the MOT history shows no structural or mechanical failures, a buyer should focus on components that suffer from low-mileage stagnation. Inspect the vehicle for cracking in suspension bushes and perished tyres, which often occur when cars are driven infrequently. The brake discs should be checked for surface rust or pitting, as calipers can sometimes seize when vehicles remain stationary. Given the clean history, a thorough physical inspection of the sills and floor pans is necessary to ensure that corrosion has not compromised the structural integrity despite the lack of recorded defects.