2021 Volkswagen Polo Match EVO 1.0L Petrol · MA71 AFZ

The vehicle presents as currently roadworthy following a clean pass in the May 2026 test at 39,920 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of recent corrective action, moving from a failed inspection in July 2025 to a defect-free result in the most recent MOT. This suggests that the previous owner addressed identified wear items, transitioning the vehicle from a state of neglected consumables to a compliant status. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical low-to-mid range usage pattern for a five-year-old vehicle. The car covered 8,742 miles between July 2024 and July 2025, and subsequently added 4,788 miles by May 2026. This average of approximately 8,000 miles per year indicates steady, predictable use rather than long periods of inactivity or heavy commercial mileage. The data provides a clear chronological view of the vehicle's life, showing no irregular gaps in testing or sudden spikes in distance travelled. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the consumables that triggered the July 2025 failure. While the May 2026 test recorded no defects, the previous failure for worn tyres, thin front brake pads, and an ineffective windscreen wiper indicates that these components were nearing the end of their service life. It is advisable to check the remaining tread depth on all four tyres and the thickness of the brake pads to ensure the recent repairs were comprehensive. The tester also flagged a malfunctioning tyre pressure monitoring system and incorrect headlamp aim during the 2025 test. Although these were cleared in the latest inspection, a manual check of the TPMS functionality and a verification of the headlight beam pattern would be prudent. The absence of any structural corrosion or suspension component advisories in the history suggests the vehicle has been kept in good mechanical condition.