2012 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · LR12 AHK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend, having passed its most recent MOT on 22 May 2025 at 82,090 miles. This test was clean with no defects recorded. A failure was noted just two weeks prior on 8 May 2025 at 82,087 miles, though the record provides no specific defect details for that failure. The rapid turnaround between the fail and the pass suggests the owner addressed the issues immediately to maintain compliance. The mileage is notably low for a 2012 model, averaging roughly 5,864 miles per year. There was a significant increase in usage between November 2021 and January 2024, where the odometer rose from 50,252 to 71,984 miles. More recently, the vehicle covered 10,106 miles between January 2024 and May 2025. This pattern indicates the car is in active use rather than sitting idle, which generally helps preserve rubber components and prevents fluid stagnation. The MOT history is exceptionally clean, with no recorded advisories or recurring failures regarding suspension bushes, brake discs, or structural corrosion over the last five years. This lack of reported defects suggests a consistent level of care. However, because the record is so sparse, a physical inspection should focus on the items the MOT tester may have overlooked or that do not trigger a failure. A buyer should specifically check for perished tyre sidewalls and the condition of the brake fluid, as low-mileage vehicles can suffer from age-related degradation despite low wear. Inspect the underside for surface rust and check the operation of the air conditioning system. Given the failure on 8 May 2025, it would be prudent to request the repair invoice from that date to identify exactly what part was replaced or repaired.