2021 Volkswagen Golf Style Etsi S-A 1.5L Hybrid electric · GX21 XVF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test on 26 May 2026, but the maintenance trend shows a reactive pattern. The immediate test at 68,139 miles resulted in a failure due to serious fluid leaks from both the nearside and offside rear shock absorbers. While these have been rectified to secure a pass, the failure indicates that the owner only addressed critical suspension components once they failed legal standards rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 68,139 miles over five years, this Golf has averaged approximately 13,600 miles per annum, which sits above the national average for a modern passenger car. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with roughly 11,200 miles driven between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 14,000 miles covered in the final year. This high level of annual usage typically places accelerated stress on wear items and suspension bushings, which is reflected in the mechanical issues noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension and wheel geometry. The May 2025 test at 54,014 miles flagged a distorted nearside front road wheel, which often results from significant impact damage or heavy curbing. Combined with the offside front tyre wear noted in May 2024, there is a high likelihood of misalignment issues causing uneven tyre wear. The recently replaced rear shock absorbers should also be visually inspected for any early signs of weeping or poor installation to ensure the repair was executed to a professional standard.