2015 Volkswagen Polo 1.8L Petrol · ST15 EHU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the most recent test results indicate a concerning trend regarding electronic diagnostics. While it passed the MOT on 21 May 2026 at 126,601 miles, it failed that same day due to an inoperative engine malfunction indicator light. This failure suggests a potential sensor or engine management issue that was addressed or cleared prior to the re-test. The maintenance trend appears unstable, as the car has moved from a clean record in previous years to a critical electronic failure most recently. The recorded mileage of 126,601 miles reflects an average annual usage of approximately 11,500 miles, which aligns with typical expectations for an 11-year-old vehicle. There was a significant usage gap of only 2,800 miles between August 2024 and May 2025, followed by nearly 20,000 miles driven in the twelve months leading up to May 2026. This recent surge in mileage suggests the vehicle is currently being used heavily, which accelerates the wear on suspension components, brake systems, and drivetrain components. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the engine management system to ensure the malfunction light issue is fully resolved and not a recurring intermittent fault. The 2025 failure for a damaged offside front tyre indicates that previous owners may have neglected basic consumable maintenance until prompted by a test failure. Given the high-mile status, the inspection should also verify the condition of the suspension bushes and the state of the brake discs for any signs of excessive corrosion or degradation that are not captured in a standard MOT inspection.