2011 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · FR11 FSF

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on November 7 2025 at 67,433 miles, but the record reveals several mechanical concerns requiring immediate attention. The tester flagged an inoperative offside registration plate lamp and play in the nearside steering rack inner joints. Additionally, the nearside front suspension arm pin or bush was noted as worn, although it did not yet result in excessive movement. The presence of play in the steering rack and worn suspension bushes suggests that the front-end components are beginning to reach the end of their functional life, despite the relatively low annual mileage. At 67,433 miles over 15 years, this Polo has covered significantly less than the average vehicle, averaging roughly 450 miles annually. This low usage often leads to the degradation of rubber components due to age, which aligns with the worn suspension bushes and steering joints. The history shows consistent annual testing since 2014, but the period between 2022 and 2025 shows an uptick in mechanical advisories. In October 2022 at 52,848 miles, the tester noted a minor exhaust leak and advisories for front shock absorbers and tyre wear, indicating that the vehicle is starting to show signs of age-related fatigue. While the car remains currently roadworthy, the recurring mentions of steering and suspension wear point to a trend toward increasing maintenance costs. A buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the steering rack and the front suspension arm bushings to determine if the play is beyond simple adjustment. The lack of structural corrosion or major brake failures throughout the record is a positive sign, but the low-mileage profile does not exempt the vehicle from the inevitable hardening of rubber and mechanical components over fifteen years of service.