2012 Volkswagen Golf 1.2L Petrol · FR61 ETT

The 2025‑07‑21 MOT at 99,465 miles recorded a clean pass with no defects, indicating that the vehicle is presently roadworthy and that the maintenance trend has stabilized after earlier concerns. The mileage trajectory shows a steady rise from 23,766 miles in February 2015 to 99,465 miles in July 2025, averaging about 7,100 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a 14‑year‑old Golf. However, the period from August 2022 to July 2025 saw unusually rapid accumulation, with 18,766 miles added in the 2022‑2023 year and over 10,000 miles in each of the subsequent 12‑month intervals, suggesting intensified use or long‑distance touring. Recurring observations include off‑side front shock absorbers showing light oil misting in 2024 and 2023, a near‑side front coil spring exhibiting slight corrosion in 2023, and front tyres approaching the legal tread limit with edge wear noted in 2023; the rear brake pads were recorded as wearing thin in the 2018 test. Structural integrity should be examined for rust on the coil spring and any hidden damage behind the previously noted inspection covers and shields, while the suspension bushes, brake calipers and discs merit close visual and functional inspection. A buyer should therefore prioritize a thorough in‑person assessment of the front suspension components, verify tyre tread depth and condition, inspect the rear brake assembly for wear, and check for any concealed corrosion or damage behind the original inspection shields, as these items represent the most significant mechanical and structural concerns highlighted in the MOT history.