2009 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · GF09 KSX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deferred mechanical and electrical repairs. While it passed the most recent December 2025 test at 120,957 miles, it had failed that inspection due to an inoperative engine management system light and incorrect headlamp alignment. The presence of recurring suspension-related advisories, specifically regarding the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage and offside front suspension arm bushes, indicates that the owner addresses faults only when they approach failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 120,957 miles, this 17-year-old Polo has averaged approximately 7,115 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a vehicle of this age. The record shows consistent annual testing, with roughly 7,000 to 8,000 miles between tests from 2022 to 2025. This steady accumulation suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, though the age of the vehicle increases the likelihood of rubber perish and component fatigue. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the braking system and suspension. The history shows the brake wear indicator light was flagged in both December 2023 and December 2024, with the park brake having little reserve travel, which suggests the drums or pads are nearing the end of their life. Furthermore, the front suspension bushes and anti-roll bar links have been noted for play across multiple years; a mechanic should check for significant clunking over bumps or uneven tyre wear as these components clearly require replacement. The MIL failure in 2025 also necessitates a check to ensure the engine management system was properly rectified and is not masking a recurring sensor fault.