2014 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · GD14 XJZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on June 16, 2026, at 73,675 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a reactive approach to repairs, as the car failed that same test just four days prior due to a tyre tread depth below the legal limit. While the immediate defect has been rectified, the history of failures and advisories suggests the owner only addresses issues when forced by the MOT tester rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 12 years old, the 73,675 recorded miles average approximately 6,140 miles per year, which is consistent with low annual usage for a city hatchback. The mileage accumulation shows steady annual intervals, with roughly 8,000 miles covered between May 2024 and May 2025, and another 8,168 miles covered in the final year. This consistent use suggests the vehicle has not sat for long periods, though the rubber components and suspension elements are subject to age-related degradation. A physical inspection must focus on the front suspension, as the record indicates a recurring pattern of wear. The 2025 test flagged worn lower suspension arm pins or bushes on both sides, while the 2024 test noted a worn upper Macpherson strut pin and bush. A buyer should check for excessive play in these joints or audible clunking when driving over imperfections, as these components have shown persistent signs of degradation over multiple years. The history also highlights inconsistent attention to basic consumables and hardware. The 2024 failure for insufficient washer fluid and a perished rear tyre, followed by the 2026 failure for a bald front tyre, indicates that the owner overlooks minor items until they become failures. The buyer should inspect all four tyres for uneven wear or sidew cracking and verify that the headlamp aim is correctly aligned, given the previous failure for low aim.