2011 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · GL11 MYY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 99,395 miles identified light misting on both the offside and nearside front shock absorbers, it did not result in a failure. This indicates the beginning of seal degradation in the front suspension, suggesting that components are nearing the end of their operational life and will require replacement soon. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per year. The record shows steady usage with roughly 9,000 miles driven between November 2023 and October 2024, and another 8,000 miles in the following year. This regularity suggests the car is not sat for long periods, though the failure in October 2024 at 90,253 miles due to illegal tyre tread depth and poor headlamp alignment indicates that the previous owner neglected basic consumable maintenance until prompted by the MOT test. A buyer must personally inspect the front shock absorbers to determine if the misting has progressed to a significant leak that would compromise handling and safety. The previous failure in November 2023 at 81,374 miles regarding engine inability to hold revs between 2500 and 3000rpm suggests a past fuel system or sensor issue that should be verified as having been fully resolved. Given the uneven wear noted on the nearside front tyre in 2024, a professional alignment check is essential to ensure the suspension geometry or bushes are not causing premature tyre failure.