2014 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · RV14 ACY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on September 29, 2025, at 45,556 miles. The maintenance trend is stable but indicates a shift toward age-related degradation of rubber components. The latest test recorded only a minor advisory for a deteriorated front registration plate, showing a cleaner bill of health than the previous two years. The mileage is exceptionally low for a twelve year old car, averaging roughly 3,796 miles per year. The record shows consistent, low-volume usage, with the odometer moving from 31,366 miles in September 2019 to 45,556 miles by September 2025. This pattern suggests the car has spent significant time stationary, which often correlates with the perishing of rubber seals and tyres seen in the history. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension and steering geometry. The tester flagged damaged track rod end dust covers in September 2023 and again in September 2024, alongside worn front suspension arm bushes in the 2024 test. While these were advisories, their recurrence suggests the front end is aging. The September 2023 failure for multiple perished and cut front tyres, combined with the October 2022 advisories for cracking rear tyres, confirms a pattern of rubber degradation due to age rather than wear. Brake maintenance has been reactive rather than proactive. The tester noted thin front pads in March 2018 and pitted or scored front brake discs in September 2024. Given the low mileage, these issues likely stem from surface corrosion caused by inactivity. A physical inspection should verify if the discs have been replaced or refurbished since the 2024 test to ensure there is no ongoing pitting or binding.