2015 Volkswagen Polo 1.8L Petrol · NV65 ABN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift toward mechanical wear and deferred attention. While the most recent test in June 2026 at 80,257 miles passed, it revealed immediate advisories regarding a nearside front tyre worn nearly to the legal limit and a worn nearside front suspension arm bush. This follows a period of increasing mechanical failures since 2023, suggesting that components are only being addressed once they reach failure thresholds rather than on a preventative schedule. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per year. The record shows a very clean history between 2018 and 2021, where no defects were recorded across four tests. However, the usage has accelerated since 2022, jumping from 54,784 miles to 80,257 miles in just four years. This increase in annual mileage correlates directly with the onset of wear and suspension issues, as the vehicle has likely accelerated the degradation of rubber-based suspension components and braking hardware. A buyer must scrutinise the front suspension thoroughly, as the record repeatedly flags issues with suspension arm bushes and anti-roll bar linkages. The presence of aftermarket lowering coil springs noted in 2026 indicates a structural modification that may have caused uneven wear on shock absorbers and bushings. The braking system also shows a history of neglected discs and pads, evidenced by the May 2024 failure for pads worn to the wear indicator. The recurring mention of uneven stepping in the rear tyre tread since 2023 suggests potential alignment issues or worn rear shocks, which requires a professional alignment check to ensure the drivetrain is not prematurely worn.