2014 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · SL64 OGD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in September 2025 at 71,884 miles resulted in a pass following a failure for an ineffective wiper, a worn nearside front tyre, and play in the anti-roll bar ball joint. While the car passed its latest inspection, the recurring nature of brake and suspension issues across previous years suggests that components are only addressed once they reach the point of MOT failure. At 12 years old, the recorded mileage of 71,884 miles represents an average of approximately 6,000 miles per year. This low usage profile suggests the vehicle has seen limited motorway miles, yet the gap between August 2024 and September 2025 shows only about 6,000 miles covered. Such long periods of low-mile operation can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and corrosion on exposed metal surfaces, which aligns with the reports of binding calipers and pitted brake discs noted in the record. A buyer must scrutinise the braking system, as the history shows a persistent trend of binding and fluctuating discs. The August 2024 failure highlighted excessive fluctuation at the front and binding at the rear, which remained as an advisory in the following month before being cleared. Additionally, the light misting on the front shock absorbers reported in 2024 indicates the beginning of seal failure. An inspection should verify if these shocks have progressed to significant leaks and ensure the anti-roll bar ball joint flagged in 2025 has been properly replaced to prevent steering instability or uneven tyre wear.