2016 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · HK65 PFF

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a worsening condition regarding suspension and rubber components. While the most recent test in October 2025 at 52,863 miles flagged a worn nearside front suspension arm bush and tyre degradation, these issues are persistent. This follows a pattern from December 2024 at 50,165 miles where both the nearside and offside front lower arm bushes and a nearside upper MacPherson strut pin were noted as worn. Recurring advisories indicate that rubber components are failing due to age rather than high mileage. The mileage profile is consistently low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,286 miles per year. The data shows steady usage between 2021 and 2025, with the car covering roughly 15,000 miles over that four-year period. While low mileage generally suggests less wear on the engine and drivetrain, the infrequent use seen here often leads to the perishing of tyres and corrosion of brake components, as evidenced by the worn front brake discs noted in December 2023 at 46,436 miles. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the front suspension geometry. The tester has repeatedly flagged bushes in the arms and struts across three consecutive tests, suggesting these parts are nearing replacement and may soon cause uneven tyre wear. The buyer should also examine the sidewalls of the tyres for dry cracking, as the nearside rear was flagged in both 2024 and 2025. The offside rear tyre also shows stepped wear on the inner edge, indicating a potential alignment issue that requires attention to avoid premature tyre failure.