2018 Volkswagen Polo 1.0L Petrol · GL18 POA

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently good, but maintenance history indicates a clear trend of worsening conditions. The most recent test on 2026-04-22 at 45,013 miles was passed, yet the vehicle has failed twice on the tyre tread test, a condition that suggests basic upkeep was skipped. This pattern of failure on the first two tests in 2023 and 2024, followed by a third test in 2025, demonstrates that the wear on the tyre is not resolving and the vehicle is approaching the legal limit for the next test. Regarding the mileage pattern, the vehicle has accumulated approximately 5,627 miles annually, which is low for a 2018 model but indicates that the vehicle has been maintained for a significant period. The 45,013-mile test was taken in April 2026, which is only about 1.5 years ago, placing the current date relative to the MOT record at roughly 1.5 years. The vehicle has not experienced rapid mileage accumulation since the 2023 test, which was taken on 17,995 miles in February 2023, suggesting that the vehicle has been driven for a long time with consistent maintenance. The inspection findings highlight specific mechanical risks that require immediate attention. The most critical issue is the recurring failure on the front tyres, which is a structural component that should never be neglected. The vehicle has failed on the rear tyre twice, and the front tyres are worn close to the legal limit, indicating that the suspension and braking systems have been neglected. A buyer must inspect the front tyres for structural integrity and check the suspension bushes for corrosion, as these components are prone to failure under the weight of the vehicle and the wear from repeated use.