2002 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L Petrol · RK02 ABX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of deferred repairs regarding aging components. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 80,997 miles passed, it followed a failure just mile prior due to an excessively worn offside front suspension bush and lighting defects. The persistent presence of an engine management light across multiple tests since 2023 suggests an unresolved electronic or sensor fault that has remained unaddressed despite repeated inspections. The car exhibits exceptionally low mileage for its 24-year age, averaging approximately 3,375 miles per year. Between the January 2023 test at 76,534 miles and the January 2026 test at 80,997 miles, the vehicle covered only 4,463 miles. This low usage explains the recurring degradation of rubber-based components, specifically the perishing tyres and suspension bushes, which suffer from dry rot due to age and oxidation rather than mileage-related wear. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry closely, as the offside lower suspension arm bushes have been flagged as worn since 2024 and progressed to a failure point in early 2026. The braking system also requires scrutiny; the 2023 record noted corroded rear brake pipes hidden by grease, and the 2026 report identified front brake discs as worn. Given the history of perished tyres and cracking across several years, the entire set of tyres is likely structurally compromised and requires immediate replacement regardless of tread depth.