2012 Volkswagen Polo 1.6L Diesel · OV12 AED

The vehicle passed the most recent MOT on 22 January 2026 at 154 458 miles, but the tester recorded advisories for nearside front brake pad wear and play in the steering rack inner joint. Earlier tests show repeated faults in the same areas, suggesting the maintenance approach addresses failures when they occur but does not eliminate underlying wear. Registered in 2012, the car has accumulated approximately 154 500 miles over fourteen years, averaging about 11 000 miles per year. MOT intervals are roughly annual, with mileage increments between tests ranging from 5 000 to 10 500 miles, showing no sudden spikes or long gaps. The pattern indicates regular use rather than prolonged storage. A prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the steering rack for any inner joint play, examine the front and rear coil springs for corrosion or fracture, and check the front suspension arm and anti‑roll bar ball joints for wear. Brake discs and pads should be measured for thickness and inspected for scoring, while tyre tread depth needs verification across all corners. Exhaust system corrosion, registration‑lamp operation, headlamp aim, and windscreen‑washer function also merit a functional check.