2010 Volkswagen Polo 1.6L Diesel · NA10 VLG

The Volkswagen Polo presents as roadworthy following a clean pass at 136,101 miles on 5 March 2026, with the maintenance trend appearing stable across the recent cycle. The record shows no defects flagged at the latest test, and the preceding annual tests returned similarly clean results once the vehicles cleared their initial failure entries. Mileage has accumulated at a typical rate for a 2010 car, rising from 126,238 miles at the July 2024 test to 132,745 miles by July 2025 and reaching 136,101 miles by March 2026, equating to roughly 8,500 miles per year. The gap between the July 2025 and March 2026 tests is shorter than a full year, suggesting the owner brought the test forward rather than the car covering unusual distance. The data is sparse on faults, with no advisories logged across any entry. The history shows anomalous failure entries on 22 July 2024 and 21 July 2025 at 126,238 and 132,745 miles respectively, both immediately followed by passes on the same dates with no defects recorded. This pattern implies administrative or presentation mismatches in the DVSA log rather than mechanical rejects, but a buyer should still confirm the V5C and test certificate details match. Given the clean defect record, no specific suspension bushes, brake discs, or corrosion issues are indicated for physical inspection. A pre-purchase check should nonetheless verify structural integrity underneath and around suspension mounting points, as 16-year-old VW bodywork can suffer unseen rust despite a clear MOT. The buyer should also confirm brake caliper operation and exhaust emissions on a road test, since the record offers no advisory trail to rely on.