2007 Volkswagen Golf 1.9L Diesel · PF56 AFZ

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate following a clean pass on 4 September 2025 at 130,421 miles, though the test date sits nearly eleven months prior to the current date. The maintenance trajectory shows a clear improvement after a period of deferred upkeep between 2014 and 2021. The tester flagged multiple failures during that window, including a broken offside rear coil spring and repeated tyre tread deficiencies in 2015, followed by a split nearside front outer constant velocity boot and corroded rear bump stops in 2018 and 2019. The owner addressed these issues promptly, as evidenced by consecutive clean passes from August 2021 through September 2025. The record now demonstrates consistent maintenance with no further advisories or defects logged. The odometer reading aligns with average annual usage for a vehicle of this vintage. The recorded distance increased by roughly 3,600 miles between the August 2021 and September 2025 tests, indicating steady, low-intensity running. A notable gap appears between the June 2014 inspection at 76,996 miles and the September 2015 test at 99,935 miles, where the car accumulated over 22,000 miles in just over a year. This spike likely reflects a change in ownership or usage pattern that coincided with the suspension and tyre failures recorded at that time. The subsequent years show a return to moderate annual mileage, stabilising around 2,000 to 4,000 miles per test cycle. A thorough physical inspection should prioritise the suspension and steering components given the historical faults. The tester repeatedly noted deteriorating constant velocity boots and split rear bump stops, which suggests the previous owner neglected routine underbody maintenance. You should verify that the nearside front outer CV joint now holds a secure, intact boot and check for grease leakage around the axle seals. The record also highlights corroded rear bump stops and a breaking nearside rear handbrake cable in 2020. Examine the rear suspension mounting points for structural rust and operate the parking brake to confirm even cable tension and full mechanical engagement. Tyre wear patterns from 2014 and 2021 indicate alignment or wheel bearing issues may have developed. Align the tracking and inspect the wheel bearings for play before committing to a purchase.