2017 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · TV03 YAS

The most recent MOT on 2026-02-18 recorded a pass with one minor issue: light misting of oil on the nearside front shock absorber (5.3.2 (b)). This suggests potential wear but no immediate safety risk. The vehicle had no other defects at 91,731 miles, which aligns with its age and average annual mileage of ~10,192 miles. A recurring pattern of brake and suspension-related issues emerges from the history. In 2024-02-23, the rear brake disc was noted as worn, pitted, or scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii)), and the 2024-02-16 failed MOT highlighted critical defects : both front tyres below 1.6mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e)), excessive wear in front suspension arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i)), and rear brake pads less than 1.5mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)). These issues were not repeated in the 2025 or 2026 MOTs, indicating possible repairs. The trend shows improvement since the 2024 failures, with no major defects in the last two MOTs. However, the 2024-02-16 failure included multiple safety-critical issues , suggesting prior neglect or rapid wear. The 2026 MOT’s single minor defect implies better maintenance, but the vehicle’s age and mileage mean component degradation remains likely . The recorded mileage (91,731 miles) is typical for a 9-year-old vehicle, with no clear signs of heavy use or prolonged inactivity.