2011 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Petrol · NE11 LVW

The 2026‑04‑01 MOT at 75,371 miles passed with no defects recorded, confirming current roadworthiness and indicating a stable maintenance trend. All subsequent tests since the 2024‑04‑15 examination at 70,472 miles have shown consistent pass outcomes, with no recorded defects across the 2025‑03‑13, 2025‑03‑11 and 2026‑03‑03 examinations. The mileage progression from 70,472 miles in April 2024 to 75,371 miles in April 2026 represents an average annual increase of roughly 1,300 miles, well below the 5,025 miles per year expected for a 15‑year‑old vehicle, suggesting limited use or extended periods of inactivity. The interval between the 2024 test and the 2025 March test covered 2,284 miles over 11 months, while the following year added 2,615 miles, showing steady but modest usage. A buyer should therefore focus on the vehicle’s suspension components, such as bushes and coil springs, which may exhibit wear despite low mileage, and inspect the condition of brake discs and calipers for binding or uneven wear. Particular attention to structural rust around wheel arches, the underbody and chassis, as well as the exhaust system, will help assess long‑term durability. Given the clean defect record, the primary concerns are age‑related degradation rather than overt mechanical failure, so a thorough visual inspection of the chassis, wheel arches and underbody for corrosion, plus a check of tyre tread depth and wiper blade condition, will verify whether the vehicle has been well cared for.