2007 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · TF07 DSA

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, following a clean pass on October 4, 2024 at 104,049 miles. While the history shows two instances of failure, both were followed by immediate rectifications and passes within the same month. The lack of recorded advisories in the most recent test suggests that the vehicle is currently in a good mechanical state and that the owner is proactive in addressing MOT failures promptly. The overall trend does not indicate a pattern of worsening mechanical degradation or structural decay. At 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 104,049 miles represents a low average of approximately 5,476 miles per year. The usage pattern appears consistent, with a jump of 7,443 miles covered between September 2022 and September 2023, and another 8,932 miles between September 2023 and October 2024. This low mileage suggests lighter road use, though it also increases potential age-related degradation of rubber components, seals, and fluids which does not always show up on mileage figures alone. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and sills, as older vehicles of this era are prone to corrosion regardless of low mileage. Given the infrequent use, check the suspension bushes and control arm mounts for cracking, as rubber can perish over time when the vehicle stands. Since the MOT record shows no previous advisories, verify the brakes for seized calipers or pitted discs to ensure that the low usage has not led to surface rust on the braking components.