2016 Volkswagen Polo 1.0L Petrol · GL66 GOK

The 2026-06-18 test has been passed, confirming the vehicle's current roadworthiness, though it is subject to a significant deterioration trend relative to the most recent test. The MOT record indicates that the vehicle failed on 2024-11-08, resulting in a mileage reduction of 7,801 miles compared to the 2025-11-12 test at 87,782 miles. This gap of approximately 12,000 miles suggests a lack of consistent maintenance, with the most recent test occurring shortly after the failure date. The first failure occurred in November 2024, followed by the second failure in November 2023, and the third failure in November 2022. This sequence of failures implies that the owner has neglected routine servicing, leading to accelerated wear on critical components that have not been addressed since at least 2022. The mileage pattern reveals a rapid accumulation of wear, particularly concerning the suspension and drivetrain systems. The vehicle has maintained a consistent mileage of roughly 8,778 miles per year, which aligns with its 10-year age, but the data shows a notable gap between the September 2023 test and the current date. The first failure in November 2023, followed by the second failure in November 2024, indicates that the owner has not kept the car in a state of regular use or maintained it for the full year. This lack of consistent mileage during the gap years suggests that the vehicle may have been stored or driven infrequently, leading to the accumulation of wear on suspension bushings, coil springs, and brake components that are not being replaced as needed. In conclusion, the vehicle is currently roadworthy but carries a high risk of failure due to the lack of maintenance history. The failure dates in November 2022, 2023, and 2024 point to a pattern of neglect where components such as suspension and brakes have not been inspected or serviced since at least 2022. A buyer should inspect the car for binding rear brakes, binding suspension bushings, and structural rust, as these are the primary components flagged in the MOT record. Given the lack of recent MOTs and the gap between the most recent test and the failure, the vehicle is likely to fail in the first 200 miles of its life, necessitating immediate and thorough inspection by a qualified mechanic to rule out hidden structural defects.