2012 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · FT61 WFE

The 2026‑02‑11 MOT at 124,317 miles passed, though the tester flagged worn near‑ and off‑side front lower suspension arm pins or bushes and a modest oil leak; these same defects appeared in the preceding 2026‑02‑11 failure and the 2025‑02‑14 pass, indicating a stable maintenance pattern rather than improvement or deterioration. Mileage has risen from 38,671 miles in the 2016 test to 124,317 miles in the 2026 test, an average annual increase of roughly 8,880 miles, which aligns with the vehicle’s 14‑year age and typical usage for a 2012 model; the interval between the 2025‑02‑14 test (119,443 miles) and the 2026‑02‑11 test shows a 4,874‑mile rise over 11 months, confirming consistent annual mileage without abrupt spikes. A buyer should therefore examine the front suspension bushes and arm pins for excessive play, verify that the oil leak remains minor and does not indicate failing seals, inspect the headlamp lenses for moisture and confirm correct aim, and assess the condition of the front and rear brake pads, discs and shock absorbers, as the history records thin pads, worn rear discs, and light oil misting on the shocks. Finally, check for any structural rust on the chassis, verify exhaust emissions compliance, and confirm that the tyre wear noted in earlier tests has not progressed to unsafe levels, as these items represent the most likely sources of future failure.