2020 Volkswagen Polo Match TSI 1.0L Petrol · OR02 COS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend, despite a minor lapse in consumable upkeep. The most recent MOT conducted in December 2025 at 25,681 miles resulted in a pass with an advisory for perishing or cracking both rear tyres. This indicates that while the mechanical and structural components remain sound, the rubber is showing signs of age-related degradation due to low usage rather than heavy wear. The mileage profile is notably low for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,280 miles annually. Between the December 2023 test at 11,750 miles and the November 2024 test at 17,576 miles, the car covered only 5,826 miles. The failure in 2024 due to both front tyres having tread depths below the 1.6mm limit suggests the vehicle may have sat for extended periods between services, which often leads to uneven hardening of rubber components despite the low odometer reading. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of all four tyres, as the December 2025 advisory confirms the rear set is reaching the end of its structural life. Given the low mileage, the inspector should also check for brake corrosion on the discs and seized calipers, which frequently occur when vehicles are not driven regularly. The suspension bushes and rubber boots should be examined for cracking, as low-use vehicles are prone to materials drying out faster than high-mileage counterparts.