2012 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · FT12 FCC

The 2026‑06‑15 MOT at 82,790 miles resulted in a failure, not a pass, because the tester recorded a severely deteriorated off‑side front anti‑roll bar linkage ball‑joint dust cover, a fractured near‑side rear coil spring, and light oil misting on the near‑side rear shock absorbers, all of which constitute serious suspension defects that compromise roadworthiness. Mileage has risen from 57,657 miles in March 2019 to 82,790 miles in June 2026, an average of roughly 5,900 miles per year, indicating regular use rather than long periods of inactivity; the vehicle failed the 2025 test at 80,465 miles and again on 2026‑06‑15 at 82,790 miles, showing that the same mileage range has repeatedly produced serious suspension and brake defects. Recurring issues such as binding rear service brakes, worn and pitted front brake discs, persistent oil leakage from rear shock absorbers, and repeated suspension component failures suggest that previous owners have not addressed underlying mechanical weaknesses, and the trend is worsening rather than stabilising. A buyer should therefore inspect the rear coil spring for cracks, examine the anti‑roll bar linkage and shock absorber condition, test the rear brakes for binding, verify tyre tread depth and wear patterns, check the parking brake adjustment, and look for any structural rust or corrosion that may have been hidden by previous MOTs.