2013 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · LC13 ELH

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status with a positive maintenance trend in recent years. The most recent test on July 8, 2026 at 46,946 miles passed with only an advisory for a deteriorated front registration plate. This follows two years of clean passes in 2024 and 2025, indicating that the mechanical issues identified during the 2024 failure were successfully rectified and the vehicle is currently operating within acceptable safety parameters. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,600 miles per year. This low usage is consistent across the record, moving from 14,619 miles in 2016 to the current 46,946 miles in 2026. While low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it often introduces risks of rubber-based components degrading from age. The 2020 failure regarding perished rear tyres with exposed cords supports this observation, suggesting the car may have sat stationary for extended periods between uses. A physical inspection should focus on components prone to age-related degradation rather than mileage. The 2022 test at 36,830 miles flagged thin front brake pads, so the buyer should verify the current thickness of the material and check for scoring on the discs. The 2024 failure involving an anti-roll bar linkage ball joint cover necessitates a thorough check of the suspension bushes and boots to ensure no further cracking has occurred. Given the low usage, the buyer should also inspect for surface corrosion on the exhaust system and chassis, which can occur rapidly on vehicles that are not driven frequently.