2018 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · HF18 KXC

The vehicle holds a current MOT certificate issued on 27 August 2025 at 103,445 miles, passing with zero defects. This clean result follows a failure the previous day at 103,444 miles, where the tester flagged a fractured nearside front coil spring, both front brake discs worn, and perishing rear tyres. The immediate retest suggests those items were rectified promptly, pointing to a short-term improvement in condition rather than a long-term trend. The overall maintenance picture is mixed: faults have been addressed when they arose, but the recurrence of tyre degradation and the sudden appearance of a broken coil spring indicate underlying wear patterns that a single pass cannot fully resolve. At roughly eight years old with 103,445 recorded miles, the Golf averages approximately 12,931 miles per year, which sits on the higher side for its age. The MOT record shows a notable mileage jump between the May 2024 pass at 82,916 miles and the May 2025 failure at 102,299 miles, representing just under 20,000 miles in a single year. That spike suggests intensive use over that period, likely accelerating wear on consumable components such as brake discs, tyres, and suspension bushes. The record itself is relatively sparse, with only four tests documented, leaving gaps in visibility between 2024 and early 2025. A buyer inspecting this car in person should focus on the front suspension and braking system. The fractured nearside front coil spring flagged in August 2025 raises questions about the condition of the offside unit and the dampers, particularly given the high mileage. Uneven corrosion or sag in the spring seats would warrant further investigation. Both front brake discs were noted as significantly worn, so checking disc thickness, lipping, and any scoring on the rear discs is advisable. The repeated tyre advisories, including inner sidewall splits and perishing, suggest the vehicle may have spent periods stationary or been driven on underinflated rubber. Inspect all four tyres for date codes, sidewall integrity, and uneven wear, paying close attention to the inner edges. The slightly distorted nearside rear wheel noted in May 2024 did not recur in later tests, but a physical inspection should still check for kerb damage, cracks, and correct balancing. With high annual mileage, drivetrain and suspension bush wear is likely, so listen for clunks over rough surfaces and check for play in track rod ends and wishbone bushes. The clean August 2025 pass is encouraging, but the pattern of recurring tyre and brake faults means this vehicle demands a thorough mechanical inspection before purchase.