2010 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · FP60 DVH

The vehicle's MOT history shows a pattern of intermittent failures followed by successful retests, with the most recent test on 3 December 2024 resulting in a pass after a failure on the same day. Since the 2022 test, the record indicates a recurring cycle where the vehicle fails its initial inspection but clears the defects before the subsequent annual test. While the most recent result shows no defects, the repeated failure pattern suggests that specific mechanical or safety issues require rectification immediately prior to the MOT inspection. The recorded mileage of 88,553 miles for a 2010 model suggests a low annual average of approximately 5,535 miles. This low usage pattern can sometimes lead to issues such as seized brake calipers or perished rubber components due to infrequent operation. The MOT records provide a snapshot of the vehicle's compliance at specific intervals, but the lack of mileage data within the individual test entries prevents a precise calculation of annual distance traveled between 2022 and 2024. Because the MOT records for 2023 and 2024 both list failures with no specific defect descriptions provided in the summary, the exact nature of the mechanical faults remains unknown. A physical inspection is necessary to identify what caused these failures, specifically targeting the braking system, suspension bushes, and exhaust integrity. Given the age of the vehicle and the low mileage, a buyer should also inspect the underside for signs of corrosion and check the condition of all rubber seals and hoses which may have degraded from lack of use. buying_score: 55 risk_level: Medium.