2014 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Diesel · GC14 GVZ

The 2026‑01‑24 MOT at 116,602 miles confirms the 2014 Volkswagen Polo remains roadworthy, though the tester flagged an offside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit and a severely deteriorated near side front drive shaft constant velocity boot. The record shows a pattern of recurring wear on tyres, brakes and drive components, indicating that maintenance has not prevented deterioration; the recent pass does not mask underlying mechanical concerns. With 116,602 miles recorded after 12 years, the vehicle averages roughly 9,700 miles per year, a figure consistent with normal usage; mileage increments between successive tests are modest, rising from 108,056 miles in January 2024 to 116,602 miles in January 2026, with no evidence of long idle periods or abrupt mileage spikes. A buyer should therefore examine the condition of the drive shaft boot and associated joints, verify that the rear brake cylinder is intact and that brake discs and pads show no excessive wear beyond the recorded thin pads, and inspect the tyre tread and sidewalls for the edge wear noted in 2025 and 2026; the parking brake lever’s limited reserve travel and the earlier near side rear tyre wear suggest checking suspension bushes and structural rust around the wheel arches. Given the documented wear on critical safety components and the absence of recent structural corrosion findings, the vehicle may be acceptable if the buyer addresses the identified faults promptly, but the recurring tyre and brake issues indicate that deferred maintenance could compromise roadworthiness.