2017 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · MF17 TYP

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a stable and clean maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 22 December 2025 at 44,069 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that the car currently meets all minimum safety standards. This follows a period of clean passes in late 2024 and 2023, suggesting the previous owner has maintained the vehicle effectively without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,900 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-distance usage, with only 3,141 miles recorded between the December 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 2,712 miles between December 2023 and 2024. This low usage typically results in less wear on the drivetrain and engine-related components, though long periods of standing can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-related parts or fluid-related issues. While the MOT history is largely exemplary, a buyer should focus on components susceptible to low-mileage neglect. Inspect the tyres for flat spots or uneven wear, and check the brake discs for surface corrosion pitting, which often occurs when a car is used infrequently. The single failure on 18 December 2023 at 38,214 miles was resolved immediately with a pass the following day, but a physical inspection of the suspension bushes and coil springs remains advisable to ensure no dry rot has occurred given the vehicle's age.