1965 Volkswagen 1.5L Petrol · EFX 172C

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by a clean pass in the most recent test on 31 March 2026 at 65,117 miles with no defects recorded. This follows a consistent period of successful inspections since a single failure in February 2024. The transition from a failure to three consecutive clean-sheet passes indicates that the current ownership regime is proactive in addressing identified faults and ensuring the vehicle remains within legal safety standards. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,713 miles per year. Between December 2022 at 59,700 miles and March 2026 at 65,117 miles, the car covered only 5,417 miles over three years. While this low usage reduces the wear and tear on the drivetrain and engine components, the long intervals between use often increase the risk of age-related degradation, such as the perishation of rubber components or the oxidation of fluid-carrying surfaces. Despite the clean MOT history, an in-person inspection must focus on components susceptible to high age and low mileage rather than mechanical wear. An inspection is required for the integrity of the suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls which can crack and perish when a vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. The brake system should be checked for corrosion or seized calipers, as infrequent use frequently leads to surface rust pitting on the rotors. Additionally, a thorough check for structural rust in the sills and wheel arches is essential, as low mileage does not protect the steelwork from environmental corrosion over two decades.