2012 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Diesel · SW62 DSU

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passing tests. The most recent inspection in November 2025 at 94,769 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following a technical failure just six days prior at 94,765 miles. This brief failure suggests a minor administrative issue or a simple consumable component adjustment that was immediately rectified before the retest, as no specific mechanical or structural faults were documented in the subsequent clean certificate. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a fourteen-year-old vehicle. With 94,769 miles recorded, the car has averaged approximately 6,700 miles per year, which aligns with typical light usage levels. The data between November 2022 and November 2025 shows steady intervals of roughly 2,000 to 3,000 miles per year. This linear accumulation suggests regular use, which often reduces the risk of rubber component perish or brake seizure frequently associated with long periods of stationary low-mileage vehicles. Given that the MOT record shows no recurring faults or advisories, a physical inspection should focus on age-related degradation rather than neglected mechanical failures. A buyer should specifically check the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, as these components fatigue over fourteen years regardless of low mileage. Examining the underside for structural corrosion on the sills and checking the integrity of the brake discs is also prudent, as the MOT does not measure pad thickness or surface rust unless it reaches a safety limit.