2012 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · SL12 AFY

The vehicle presents as a roadworthy example with a stable and currently improving maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 31 March 2026 at 102,180 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, following consecutive clean passes in 2024 and 2025. While the car failed its test on 27 March 2023, the immediate retest on the same day indicates that any identified faults were rectified promptly by the owner. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a typical fourteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per annum. There is a notable increase in usage between March 2025 and March 2026, where the car covered 14,782 miles in a single year, compared to the roughly 7,800 miles recorded between the 2024 and 2025. This recent surge suggests the vehicle is currently being used more frequently, which can often helps prevent mechanical components and seals from drying out due to long periods of standing. Given the clean records of the three most recent tests, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on components subject to age-related degradation rather than recurring mechanical failures. At over 100,000 miles, the suspension requires scrutiny for worn rubber bushes and degraded control arms, which often perish at this age and mileage. The buyer should also check for surface corrosion on the sills and underside brake lines, as the MOT test does not always flag minor surface rust until it reaches a point of compromising structural integrity.