2014 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · GL14 EEZ

The 2014 Volkswagen Polo presents a clean and stable maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT conducted on 16 February 2026 at 102,717 miles resulting in a pass and zero defects recorded. This is a strong indicator of current roadworthiness. The vehicle has passed every test on record since June 2022, with no advisories or failures noted across four consecutive clean certificates. The maintenance trajectory is stable and improving, reflecting consistent upkeep rather than reactive repairs. The mileage accumulation is broadly typical for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,560 miles per year. Between the June 2023 test at 85,077 miles and the February 2026 test at 102,717 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 17,640 miles over two years and eight months, which equates to around 6,400 miles annually in that period. This suggests lighter recent use compared to the lifetime average. The record is notably clean, with no gaps in testing continuity and no failed inspections to raise concern. One minor anomaly exists in the March 2025 entry, where a failed test at 97,276 miles appears immediately before a passed test at 97,277 miles on the same day, likely representing a retest following a minor rectification. Despite the clean MOT history, a prospective buyer should still conduct a thorough in-person inspection. The Polo is now over a decade old, and components such as suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers may show age-related deterioration not always captured during a standard MOT. Brake discs, pads, and calipers deserve close attention given the vehicle has now exceeded 100,000 miles. Underbody corrosion and structural integrity around sills, subframes, and mounting points should be examined carefully, as rust can develop progressively on vehicles of this age even when roadworthiness standards are met. Tyre condition and tread depth should also be verified, as consumable wear patterns can reveal alignment or suspension issues not flagged in the records.