2012 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · FR61 ACY

The 2026-06-12 MOT at 74,507 miles recorded a clean pass with no defects, marking the most recent entry. The maintenance trend is stable, with two consecutive passes in 2025 and 2026 and no recurring failures, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained by its current owner. The mileage pattern shows a gradual accumulation of roughly 5,322 miles per year over 14 years, which is low for its age. The most significant gap is between the 2024-06-05 test at 67,861 miles and the 2025-06-16 test at 71,323 miles, a jump of 3,462 miles in about 12 months. The 2024-06-05 test failed on multiple fronts, including front tyre wear, exhaust flexy pipe damage, rear shock absorber oil misting, corroded rear coil springs, and front brake disc wear, all of which were carried over into the 2025-06-16 pass, which also failed on front tyre tread. The 2023-02-27 test showed front suspension arm pins or bushes worn but not causing excessive movement, and the 2022-02-22 and 2021-01-28 tests were clean. A buyer should inspect the front tyres for wear patterns and the rear coil springs for corrosion, as these were flagged in both 2024 and 2025. The front brake discs and suspension bush wear, as well as the nearside steering rack joint movement, should be checked in person. The exhaust flexy pipe speed bump damage and the sump oil misting from the rear shocks are also worth a closer look. The 2024-06-05 test also flagged an insecure boot lid and a non-functioning windscreen washer, which are mechanical issues that need addressing before the vehicle is roadworthy.