2012 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Petrol · D1 YLO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent inspection in March 2026 at 117,512 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement following a significant failure in early 2025. While the 2025 test initially failed due to an inoperative engine management light and a misfire, the subsequent pass on the same day with no recorded defects suggests the underlying engine management and emissions issues were rectified by the previous owner. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,400 miles per year. Between January 2023 and March 2026, the car covered 31,257 miles, indicating a steady usage rate of roughly 10,000 miles per annum during this specific period. The interval between the 2024 and 2025 tests shows a standard accumulation of 10,157 miles, which is a predictable interval for monitoring the wear of rubber and mechanical components. A physical inspection should focus on the vehicle's alignment and tyre health, given the 2023 failure for an offside front tyre worn to the limit on the edge and the 2026 advisory for a cut on the nearside front tyre. These entries suggest potential wheel geometry issues or worn suspension bushes that could cause uneven tyre degradation. The buyer should also verify that the fix for the 2025 engine misfire was permanent by checking for any intermittent warning lights or rough engine operation during a test drive.