2014 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Petrol · EX14 KHH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive service pattern. While it passed its most recent test in December 2025 at 57,807 miles, this followed a failure just one week prior at 57,663 miles. The trend shows that the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they trigger an MOT failure, evidenced by the recurring appearance of suspension issues and brake wear across the last two years. At 57,807 miles over 12 years, the Polo averages a low annual mileage of approximately 4,800 miles. This low-frequency usage often leads to age-related degradation rather than mechanical wear. The record supports this with the November 2023 failure where the offside rear tyre showed perishing and cracking, a common symptom of a vehicle sitting for long periods. The gap between the December 2024 and December 2025 tests suggests the car is driven infrequently, which can lead to fluid breakdown, seals, and rubber-related component failures. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry. The tester repeatedly flagged the offside front suspension arm ball joint and wishbone bushes in both 2023 and 2025. Despite the 2025 pass, the presence of slight play in the ball joint suggests these components are nearing the end of their service life. The braking system also requires attention; the rear discs were noted as worn in late 2025, and previous records showed pads reaching the legal minimum thickness. Specific attention should also be paid to the functionality of the central rear seat belt and the windscreen washer system, which were known failure points in 2023. Given the low mileage, the buyer should verify that the brake calipers are not seized from disuse and check all tyres for sidewall cracking despite potentially adequate tread depth. The failure of the registration plate lamp in late 2025 indicates that basic electrical checks are frequently overlooked prior to the test.