2014 Volkswagen Polo 1.0L Petrol · SD64 WKB

The Volkswagen Polo presents a stable and encouraging maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on September 22, 2025 at 98,893 miles with zero defects recorded. This fault-free test mirrors similar clean sheets from August 2023 at 85,313 miles and July 2024 at 92,628 miles, proving that previous neglect has been corrected through consistent servicing. Earlier test records show a rocky inspection in October 2018 where the vehicle failed on binding rear brakes, misaligned headlamps, and worn front tyres, but subsequent years demonstrate a marked improvement in upkeep. The vehicle accumulates mileage at a predictable rate of roughly eight thousand miles annually, sitting at 98,893 miles across its twelve-year lifespan which aligns well with standard UK driving habits. The testing cadence remains steady through autumn each year, though a slight shift occurred when testing moved from October dates to July 2024 and September 2025. Mileage accumulation sped up slightly between October 2021 and August 2023 where the car covered over twenty-six thousand miles in under two years, yet this heavier usage phase did not trigger mechanical failures during subsequent MOT assessments. Prospective buyers should inspect the front tyres and steering alignment closely during a physical viewing, given that front tyre wear was flagged multiple times in October 2018 and October 2022. The exhaust system warrants careful checks underneath for any recurrence of the flexible pipe leaks noted in 2022, and the rear brake calipers need verification for smooth release following the binding issue recorded during the 2018 failure. Structural integrity and suspension components remain clean throughout the documented history, pointing to a fundamentally sound chassis that requires only routine consumable checks.