2017 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L Petrol · LD67 CVM

The vehicle presents a generally stable maintenance profile with a recent pass in October 2025 at 44,913 miles. While the car has maintained a consistent pass record, the most recent advisory regarding inner tyre wear suggests a developing alignment issue. This follows a period of clean tests in 2020, 2021, and 2022, indicating that the vehicle's mechanical condition has transitioned from near-pristine to showing standard wear for its age. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a 2017 model, averaging approximately 4,990 miles per year. The record shows steady, incremental growth from 11,577 miles in 2020 to 44,913 miles in 2025. This low-use pattern often implies less mechanical strain on the engine and drivetrain, but it can also lead to components like seals and suspension parts ageing more through time than through actual mileage. A buyer must pay close attention to the suspension system. The October 2024 test at 36,186 miles flagged light oil misting on the nearside front, offside front, and offside rear shock absorbers. Although these were passed as advisories, misting often precedes a full seal failure and eventual leak. Given the recent advisory for inner tyre wear in the 2025 test, a thorough inspection of the suspension bushes and wheel alignment is necessary to ensure the shock absorber issues or other steering components are not causing uneven tyre degradation. Previous failures regarding windscreen wipers in 2023 and tyre damage in 2022 indicate minor lapses in routine consumable upkeep. These do not suggest deep-seated mechanical neglect, but the transition from no defects to multiple shock absorber advisories and tyre wear issues marks a shift toward more frequent maintenance requirements. Focus on the condition of the dampers and the integrity of the tyre treads during a physical inspection.