2011 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L Petrol · FX11 APU

The vehicle passed its November 2025 MOT at 60,337 miles with no defects recorded, following a failed inspection one day prior at 60,334 miles. That failure involved structural corrosion on the nearside front coil spring, a fractured offside front coil spring, thin rear brake pads, and a bulging tyre. The owner rectified these issues immediately, as the vehicle passed the subsequent test without fault. While the current roadworthiness is confirmed, the failure pattern involving suspension components and tyre integrity warrants closer examination of the front suspension bay during a physical inspection. The recorded mileage of 60,337 miles over fifteen years averages roughly 4,000 miles annually. This figure sits below the typical average for a vehicle of this age, suggesting lighter usage or periods of storage rather than heavy daily commuting. The MOT intervals between 2014 and 2022 show consistent testing at roughly 5,000-mile gaps, indicating regular ownership or a single owner maintaining the car. The 2018 test was conducted on the same day as the previous one, likely a retest following the plastic undertray issue which prevented the full inspection. A buyer should prioritise inspecting the front suspension and wheel arches for corrosion, given the fractured coil spring flagged in 2025. The repeated advisory for tyres worn close to the legal limit across multiple years indicates the previous keeper may have driven the vehicle to the edge of tyre safety margins before replacement. The pitted front brake discs noted in 2015 and the rear brake imbalance flagged in 2018 suggest the braking system may require assessment, particularly if the buyer intends to use the car for regular use.