2005 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Petrol · CX55 XHC

The vehicle passed the latest MOT on 14 February 2025 at 94,831 miles, indicating it currently meets the minimum roadworthiness standards. However, the maintenance trend shows recurring faults—particularly suspension, steering, and structural corrosion—suggesting that underlying issues have persisted rather than resolved, so the trend is not improving. The car is 21 years old with 94,831 miles, averaging about 4,500 miles per year, which is low for its age but the recent acceleration from 72,139 miles in March 2023 to 94,829 miles in February 2025 represents an increase of over 22,000 miles in two years, indicating more intensive use and likely greater wear on consumables and mechanical parts. The history flags persistent problems with the near‑side rear suspension mounting, corroded outer sill, and fractured coil spring, as well as recurring ball‑joint play in the steering linkage and binding rear brakes. These items merit close inspection for structural integrity and component wear. In person, the buyer should examine the condition of the suspension bushes, ball joints, and steering rack gaiter for play or damage; verify the structural strength of the outer sill and check for rust penetration; assess brake performance, especially rear caliper binding; inspect the exhaust clamps and pipe for rust or looseness; and confirm the integrity of the drive‑shaft CV joint boots and tyre tread depth.