2015 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L Petrol · LD65 ENO

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clear trend of improvement over the last four years. The most recent inspection conducted in August 2025 at 52,139 miles resulted in no recorded defects or advisories. This indicates that the minor mechanical issues identified in previous years have been addressed, and the car currently maintains a high standard of operational readiness according to DVSA data. The mileage pattern is remarkably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,740 miles per year. Between August 2022 and August 2025, the car covered 11,951 miles, suggesting consistent short-distance use rather than longterm storage. While this low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine internal components, it often exposes the vehicle to accelerated degradation of rubber-based parts due to age. The record shows no significant gaps in mileage, with steady progress between the annual testing intervals. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension components, as the 2021 test at 31,405 miles flagged a misting nearside front shock absorber and perishing on both rear tyres. Although these issues were cleared in subsequent tests, low-mileage vehicles are prone to dry rot in tyre sidewalls and cracking in suspension bushes. Inspect the sidewalls for hairline cracking and check the shock absorber seals for any new signs of oil leakage. Given the clean history regarding structural corrosion or brake failures, the primary risks remain related to age-related decay of consumables rather than mechanical wear from distance.