2016 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · FN16 ABV

This Volkswagen Polo presents a stable and clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT on 10 June 2025 at 71,596 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, continuing a consistent trend of clean certificates. The vehicle has avoided the common pitfalls of age, such as suspension wear or brake deterioration, which typically surface in ten year old cars. The mileage is typical for the age of the vehicle, averaging roughly 7,160 miles per year. Usage patterns appear steady, with an increase of 8,827 miles between June 2024 and June 2025. A minor anomaly occurred on 25 May 2023, where the vehicle failed and passed within a single mile at 57,856 miles. The lack of recorded defects for that failure suggests a clerical error or a trivial rectification that did not warrant a detailed entry. The absence of advisories across multiple years is unusual for a car of this vintage and suggests a high standard of preventative maintenance. There are no recurring flags for corrosion, brake disc wear, or suspension bush failure in the record. This history implies the previous owner addressed wear and tear before it reached a reportable threshold. A physical inspection should still focus on consumables that the MOT tester may have overlooked or deemed acceptable but are nearing the end of their life. Check the depth of the tyre treads and the condition of the brake pads. Given the lack of structural flags in the DVSA data, a brief check of the underbody for surface rust is recommended to confirm the vehicle's integrity.