2014 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L Petrol · GL14 YLF

The vehicle remains in a roadworthy condition with a stable maintenance trend over the last five years. The most recent test in July 2025 at 76,907 miles passed with only a minor advisory regarding light oil misting on both rear shock absorbers. This indicates the onset of wear in the suspension components rather than an immediate mechanical failure. The previous years show clean records, suggesting the owner has generally maintained the vehicle to standard. The mileage pattern is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,400 miles per year. Between July 2024 and July 2025, the car covered 9,409 miles, representing a slight increase in usage compared to the gap between July 2023 and July 2024, where only 10,923 were recorded. The low annual mileage suggests the engine and drivetrain have not been subjected to the excessive wear-and-tear of high-frequency motorway-related stress typically seen in high-mileage city cars. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the rear suspension to monitor if the noted misting has progressed to a leak that would compromise damping performance. Given the windscreen damage noted in 2022 at 50,143 miles, verify if the glass has been replaced or if any cracks have developed since that test. Since no structural corrosion or brake failures were flagged in the history, the priority remains on checking the rubber bushes and bushings for cracking, which often occurs with age despite the relatively low recorded mileage.