2016 Volkswagen Polo 1.0L Petrol · SO65 PZU

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a persistent trend of neglected suspension and braking components. The most recent test in January 2026 at 71,849 miles identified multiple issues including worn front suspension arm bushes on both sides, thin brake discs, and a minor exhaust leak. While the car passed, the recurring nature of these advisories suggests that the previous owner has addressed mechanical faults only when they reach the point of MOT failure thresholds rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-mileage urban vehicle, averaging approximately 7,185 miles per year. Between the January 2022 test at 46,019 miles and the January 2026 test, the car progressed in regular intervals of roughly 4,000 to 6,000 miles annually. However, there is a notable gap in records between December 2022 and January 2024, where the vehicle sat for over a year or covered only 5,500 miles. This period correlates with the perished rear tyres noted in early 2022. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension, as the wishbone bushes have been flagged as worn or splitting in every consecutive test record since 2022. This indicates a systemic failure of the rubber components that has not yet been fully rectified. The braking system also shows a history of binding calipers and worn discs; the buyer should verify if the nearside rear brake operates freely and check the thickness of the front rotors. Additionally, the minor exhaust leak reported in early 2026 requires a physical check to ensure it is not indicative of structural corrosion in the manifold or catalytic converter.