2018 Volkswagen Polo 1.0L Petrol · LP18 FDM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test on 22 May 2026 at 45,983 miles resulted in a failure due to an insecure nearside front track rod end dust cover and a worn tyre. While the car passed immediately after these repairs, the presence of a mechanical component failure suggests that suspension elements are only being addressed once they reach a point of regulatory failure. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,750 miles per annum. There is a significant gap in recorded data between June 2022 (23,245 miles) and October 2024 (39,254 miles), where the car covered over 16,000 miles in twenty-six months. Since then, usage has accelerated, with 6,729 miles covered in the last eighteen months. This low overall mileage generally correlates with less wear on the drivetrain but can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber components during long periods of inactivity. A buyer should inspect the front suspension geometry thoroughly to ensure the track rod end and associated bushes were replaced correctly and that the alignment is not causing uneven tyre wear. The 2022 record of pitted front brake discs indicates the vehicle may have sat stationary long enough to allow surface corrosion to affect the rotors. Given the recurring issues with nearside front tyres in both 2022 and 2026, a physical check is required to rule out a camber or alignment fault that is prematurely forcing tyre replacement.