2015 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · GR02 ACF

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding suspension-related wear. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 71,498 miles passed, it identified a coolant leak and a worn nearside front suspension arm bush. This follows a pattern from September 2024 where both the nearside and offside front lower arm bushes were flagged for wear, indicating that the front geometry components are reaching the end of their operational life. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per year. The record shows steady progression, moving from 50,917 miles in August 2022 to 71,498 miles by 2025. This consistent usage suggests the car has been used regularly rather than left stationary for long periods, though the low annual mileage often leads to the gradual degradation of rubber components like bushings, which aligns with the faults noted in the later MOT tests. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension, as the recurring failures on arm bushes suggest a need for comprehensive replacement. The 2023 failure for a fractured offside front coil spring further highlights that the suspension system is under significant stress. Additionally, the coolant leak reported in the August 2025 test requires immediate verification to ensure the engine is not at risk, and the pitted rear brake discs noted at 50,917 miles should be checked for continued thinning or corrosion.