2004 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Petrol · SH04 RHF

The vehicle is currently not roadworthy; the most recent MOT test on 2025‑06‑30 failed, leaving the car over a year without a valid certificate. The failure list includes offside stop lamp intensity, lamp interference, central exhaust mounting defect, and front tyre tread depth below the 1.6 mm limit. Earlier entries record recurring brake binding, ABS warnings, and tyre damage, indicating a deteriorating trend rather than improvement. Mileage has risen steadily from 19,145 mi in late 2015 to 70,919 mi by mid‑2025, averaging roughly 3,200 mi per year. The annual increments are consistent, with about 5,000 mi added in the last three years, suggesting regular use. MOT entries are spaced roughly a year apart until 2021, then six months in 2022, returning to annual intervals. The most recent test falls almost 13 months before the present date, confirming the certificate is expired. A buyer should inspect the braking system closely; the history records near‑side rear service brake binding on two occasions and rear brake discs described as worn and pitted. The ABS warning lamp triggered a failure in June 2022, so the sensor and pump units require verification. Tyre condition is a priority—tread depth was below specification in 2025, ply exposure appeared in 2021, and slight cracking was noted in 2024. The central exhaust mounting defect suggests corrosion or loose fixings, so the exhaust supports and hangers need a thorough check. Lighting circuits show repeated faults; the offside stop lamp intensity, dipped‑beam headlamp, and lamp interference issues indicate possible wiring or bulb socket degradation. The exhaust mounting and any associated rust around the rear chassis should be examined for structural integrity. Finally, the ABS system and the rear suspension bushes, which can be affected by brake binding, must be assessed before any purchase to avoid immediate repair costs.