2009 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · FP59 AAV

The roadworthiness status of this vehicle is currently compromised following a failure in the most recent inspection. While the car maintained a clean record for several consecutive years, the failure on 11 November 2025 at 152,156 miles indicates a recent mechanical or equipment issue that remains unaddressed. Because no specific defects were listed for that final failure, the maintenance trend has shifted from stable to a state of non-compliance, requiring immediate attention before the vehicle can be considered roadworthy. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per annum. Between November 2022 and November 2024, the car covered 26,483 miles, showing a steady usage profile. The most recent interval of 19,482 miles between the November 2024 and November 2025 tests represents a slight increase in annual usage. This regular use suggests the vehicle has not sat for long periods, which typically means predictable wear on rubber components, suspension bushes, and braking systems despite the recent de-test failure. A buyer must investigate the specific cause of the 2025 failure, as the lack of recorded defects suggests a potential failure related to testing equipment or an item that was previously overlooked. Given the vehicle's age and over 150,000 miles, a physical inspection should focus on structural integrity around the sills and wheel arches where corrosion is common on this Polo generation. Additionally check for signs of binding calipers or play in the control arms, as the consistent clean passes do not guarantee the current state of these high-wear components.