2017 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L Petrol · FM66 NXT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 24 October 2025 at 56,435 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance regarding consumables. While the latest test initially failed due to structural damage on both the nearside and offside rear tyres reaching cords, the owner addressed these issues immediately to achieve a pass with no defects recorded. This indicates consistent follow-up on safety failures. At nine years old, the 56,435 recorded miles average to approximately 6,271 miles per year, which aligns with typical low-mileage usage. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with steady increases of roughly 8,000 miles between annual tests from 2021 through 2025. This regular rate of use suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stationary time which often leads to dry rot or fluid neglect, though it does mean components have been subjected to standard ageing. A buyer should pay close attention to the suspension geometry and alignment due to recurring tyre-related failures in 2019, 2020, and 2025. The record shows inner edge wear and exposed cords across multiple axles, which frequently points to incorrect tracking or worn suspension bushes that require a professional adjustment. Additionally, the 2021 test noted a misting offside front shock absorber and a non-excessive oil leak. A physical inspection should verify these have not progressed into significant leaks or total damper failure, as the later tests did not specifically flag these items again.