2018 Volkswagen Polo 1.0L Petrol · GD18 ACV

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clear trend of improving maintenance standards. The most recent MOT on 3 February 2026 at 60,946 miles returned a clean pass with no defects recorded. This follows two consecutive years of defect-free testing in February 2025 and June 2024, suggesting that previous mechanical issues have been addressed and the vehicle is currently being maintained to a high standard. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for an eight-year-old vehicle. The car has covered approximately 60,946 miles, averaging roughly 7,600 miles per year. The data shows steady progression, such as the 13,264-mile increase between the June 2022 test and the June 2023 test, and a further 4,163 miles between June 2025 and February 2026. This regular usage pattern reduces the likelihood of issues associated with long periods of vehicle inactivity, such as seized calipers or perished rubber components. The inspection history highlights minor wear-and-tear items rather than systemic mechanical failures. In June 2023 at 45,596 miles, the vehicle failed initially due to damaged track rod end ball joint dust covers on both the nearside and offside fronts, alongside worn front brake discs. The subsequent pass on the same day indicates these steering and braking components were replaced or repaired. A minor failure in June 2021 regarding headlamp aim also suggests basic adjustments were required during earlier ownership. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and steering assembly to ensure the track rod ends and associated bushes remain secure. While the brake discs were flagged as worn in 2023, a visual check of the current pad thickness and disc surface for scoring or corrosion is advisable. Given the clean recent history, the vehicle shows no signs of recurring structural or major mechanical faults.