2015 Volkswagen Polo 1.0L Petrol · VE65 AAZ

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift towards age-related degradation of rubber components. The most recent test in September 2025 at 62,694 miles identified a minor exhaust gas leak and perishing on both rear tyres. This represents a departure from the clean record in October 2024, suggesting that while the car passes tests, older components are beginning to fail due to age rather than high mileage. The mileage profile is consistently low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,700 miles per year. The data shows a steady progression from 18,346 miles in 2018 to the current 62,694 miles, with no unexplained gaps or periods of high-intensity use. However, the low-mileage often correlates with the vehicle sitting for extended periods, which frequently leads to the dry rot seen in tyres and rubber seals, as evidenced by the reports of cracking and perishing in the more recent tests. A buyer should inspect the front suspension geometry specifically, as the October 2023 test at 50,882 miles flagged worn bushes on both front suspension arms. While these did not cause a failure at the time, they indicate a tendency for the rubber components to degrade. The exhaust leak noted in September 2025 requires a physical inspection to ensure it is a minor gasket issue rather than a developing crack in the manifold or primary pipework. Final attention must be paid to the tyres. The record shows a recurring pattern of tyres reaching legal limits or sustaining damage across 2021, 2022, and 2025. Given the perishing noted on the rear axle, the rubber is likely reaching the end of life regardless of tread depth. The structural integrity appears sound based on the history, as no corrosion advisories or structural failures have been recorded over the seven-year period.