2009 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · CV59 ASX

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness, evidenced by a stable and clean MOT history. The most recent test conducted in September 2025 at 137,581 miles resulted in no recorded defects or advisories. This consistent clean sheet suggests that the previous owners have maintained the vehicle to a high standard, proactively addressing any mechanical or structural issues that typically affect a car of this age and mileage. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a seventeen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,100 miles per annum. A notable increase of 20,254 miles occurred between the 2022 test at 102,756 miles and the August 2024 test at 123,010 miles, followed by a steady climb of 14,571 miles over the final year. This regular usage indicates the car has not been left to sit for long periods, which helps prevent the degradation of rubber seals and seizure of braking components. While the MOT record shows no recurring faults, a buyer should still focus their physical inspection on components prone to age-related wear. At 137,000 miles, suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers often show signs of fatigue that may not yet trigger an MOT failure. Check for surface corrosion on the rear sills and wheel arches, as the MOT test only flags structural rust once it reaches significant depth. Given the clean history, verifying the condition of the brake discs and the absence of fluid leaks will be the final steps in confirming the mechanical health matches the digital record.