2017 Volkswagen Polo 1.8L Petrol · FA57 CMD

A pattern of intermittent component wear is evident in this vehicle's MOT history, though the most recent test on 10 November 2025 shows no recorded defects. The record demonstrates a period of stability following several advisories related to suspension and tyre wear. While the 2023 inspection flagged significant tread wear on all four tyres, the subsequent 2024 and 2025 tests indicate that these consumables have been addressed, as no further tyre-related advisories have appeared in the most recent two years of testing. The vehicle has covered 75,797 miles over its nine-year lifespan, averaging approximately 8,422 miles per year. This represents a consistent and typical usage profile for a petrol-engined hatchback of this age, suggesting the mechanical components have been subjected to regular, moderate operational cycles rather than extreme motorway mileage or excessive short-trip urban driving. There are no significant gaps in the testing timeline, aside from the standard COVID-19 extension recorded in 2020, which suggests the vehicle has been in regular use and subject to annual inspections. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the suspension system, specifically the nearside front shock absorber which was flagged with a worn bush in November 2022. Although no current advisory exists for this component, it is prudent to check for any residual movement or noise. During a test drive, listen for any dull knocks or clunks when traversing uneven surfaces or speed bumps, and observe if there is any unevenness in the steering or a slight pull to one side, which could indicate that the bush or the absorber itself has degraded further. The 2023 advisory regarding tyres worn on the edges suggests a potential for uneven tread wear, which can sometimes be linked to wheel alignment issues or suspension geometry. While the 2025 record is clean, you should inspect the current tread depth and profile of all four tyres to ensure they are not wearing prematurely on the inner or outer edges. Any significant unevenness here would warrant a professional alignment check to prevent the rapid deterioration seen in the previous testing cycle.