2017 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · FH17 DPX

The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness with a consistently stable maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 28 October 2025 at 11,182 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This clean sheet across the five consecutive annual tests since 2021 suggests that the vehicle has remained in remarkably good condition and has not suffered from mechanical or structural degradation during its service life. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,242 miles per year. Between October 2021 (5,808 miles) and October 2024 (8,458 miles), the car covered only 2,650 miles over three years. The most recent interval shows a slight increase of 2,724 miles in the final year. While this low usage typically reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain components, it also increases the risk of rubber-based parts degrading, such as seals, bushings, and brake hoses, due to the vehicle sitting stationary for extended periods. A physical inspection should focus on components associated with low-mileage storage. The buyer must check for flat spotting on the tyres and signs of corrosion on the brake discs, which occur when vehicles are not used frequently. Given the lack of recorded advisories, the buyer should still inspect the suspension bushes for cracking and check the chassis for any surface rust that may have developed, although the low mileage usually indicates minimal structural stress. The overall data indicates a vehicle that has been well-cared for and used sparingly.