2014 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · FD14 AEC

This vehicle demonstrates an exceptionally stable roadworthiness trend. The most recent MOT on 11 September 2025 at 134,199 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of five consecutive years of passes without a single recorded failure or advisory note, suggesting a high standard of preventative maintenance. The mileage accumulation is consistent with the age of the car. Between 18 November 2021 at 87,351 miles and 11 September 2025 at 134,199 miles, the vehicle covered 46,848 miles. This averages to roughly 11,700 miles per year, indicating regular use rather than prolonged periods of standing. The steady increase in mileage suggests a predictable wear cycle for the drivetrain and chassis components. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on high-wear consumables that the MOT test may not flag as critical until they reach a failure threshold. Given the 134,199 total mileage, the condition of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers warrants a close check for leaks or perishing. Brake disc thickness and pad wear should be verified, as the clean MOT history indicates they were legal at the time of testing but does not specify how much remaining life they have. The absence of any structural corrosion or exhaust emissions advisories over the last five years is a positive indicator of the vehicle's overall integrity. A manual check of the service history is recommended to confirm that oil changes and timing belt replacements have been performed in line with manufacturer intervals, as these critical engine maintenance items are not captured in the DVSA MOT record.