2014 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · GD14 XJO

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent MOT test conducted in July 2025 at 49,441 miles passed despite a nail in the nearside rear tyre and perishing on the offside rear tyre. While the car consistently passes its inspections, the recurrence of tyre-related defects suggests that the previous owner only addressed rubber components once they reached a legal failure threshold. At 12 years old, the recorded 49,441 miles represent a low annual average rate of approximately 4,120 miles per year. This low usage typically places less strain on the drivetrain and engine, but it introduces risks related to age-related degradation. Between June 2021 at 25,145 miles and July 2022 at 33,169 miles, the vehicle covered over 8,000 miles, which explains the subsequent cracking and perishing of the tyres noted in later years defect-free tests. A buyer should specifically inspect the braking system and suspension components during a physical evaluation. The tester flagged a binding offside rear service brake in 2024 and thin front brake pads in 2022, indicating that the calipers may be prone to seizing due to low use. Given the low mileage and the reported perishing of tyres, the rubber suspension bushes and sidewalls should be checked for cracks, as these materials often fail through time rather than through mileage on vehicles driven infrequently.