2017 Volkswagen Golf 1.0L Petrol · SL67 OHD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful pass on October 14, 2025. The maintenance trend appears reactive but effective, evidenced by a failure just one day prior to the latest test. In that inspection, the tester identified a fractured offside rear coil spring and a damaged nearside rear tyre reaching the cords. These issues were rectified immediately to allow for the subsequent pass, indicating the owner is attentive to safety-critical defects once they are formally flagged. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a nine-year-old vehicle, with only 22,546 miles recorded. This averages to approximately 2,500 miles per year, which is significantly below the national average. The data shows consistent low-usage intervals, moving from 5,891 miles in 2022 to 20,192 miles in 2024. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, long periods of inactivity can lead to rubber degradation, seized brake calipers, or flat-spotting tyres if not moved regularly. A buyer should inspect the rear suspension specifically to ensure the offside coil spring has been replaced with a quality component and that no other springs show signs of premature fatigue. Given the history of tyre damage involving a nail in 2023 and a deep cut in 2025, a thorough check of the sidewalls and tread is necessary to rule out age-related rubber cracking. The brake discs should be examined for surface corrosion or pitting, which frequently occurs on vehicles that sit stationary for extended periods without use.