2015 Volkswagen Polo 1.0L Petrol · NG15 WOU

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently acceptable , but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend in braking and suspension components. The most recent test on 2025-10-17 at 128,318 miles was passed with no defects, indicating the car is in good shape at that specific point. However, the sequence of failures in October 2025 and November 2024 demonstrates a worsening pattern rather than a stable one. Failing twice on the 128,314-mile test and the 122,971-mile test in November 2024, followed by a clean pass in December 2023, suggests that the mechanical integrity of the suspension and brakes has deteriorated since the second failure. The mileage accumulation is rapid and uneven , reflecting a likely lack of regular upkeep. Although the vehicle is roughly 11 years old, it has accumulated over 11,665 miles annually. The gap between the October 2025 test and the November 2024 failure is significant, suggesting the car has been driven for approximately 15 months without any major repairs. This rapid mileage increase combined with the repeated failures in the November 2024 test indicates that the car is in a state of worsening maintenance trend , where the wear on critical components like suspension bushings and brake pads is increasing faster than the vehicle's age would typically suggest. Given the recurrence of failures in November 2024, a buyer should inspect the vehicle in person to identify specific recurring faults such as corrosion on exhaust components or structural integrity issues in the suspension. The tester flagged binding rear brakes, which is a serious warning sign that the brake system is failing, whereas minor consumables like wiper blades or tyres are usually minor. The failure in October 2025 indicates the brakes were likely failing around the same time, confirming that the brakes are the primary concern and require immediate attention to prevent further damage.