2017 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · VN67 HSE

The 2017 Volkswagen Polo presents a generally improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 3 November 2025 at 57,238 miles with zero defects recorded. That is a notable shift from the preceding years, where testers repeatedly flagged brake and suspension wear. The most recent certificate confirms the vehicle met all roadworthiness standards at the time of test, and the absence of any advisories or failures suggests the previous owner addressed the outstanding defects promptly. The mileage accumulation sits at roughly 6,360 miles per year, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. The records show a fairly consistent annual progression from 31,248 miles in November 2022 to 57,238 miles by November 2025, with no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer reading. The 2024 test recorded 49,275 miles, representing a jump of approximately 8,000 miles in twelve months, slightly above the annual average but still within a plausible range for a vehicle used for regular commuting or mixed driving. The 2024 record is the most revealing entry in the history. On the same day, 28 November 2024, the car failed and then passed with two separate defects noted: a worn and pitted rear brake disc and a malfunctioning tyre pressure monitoring system. The fact that both were resolved within a single test day suggests the owner rectified them immediately rather than ignoring the failure. Still, a buyer should inspect the rear braking system in person, checking for uneven disc thickness, scoring, or lipping, and confirm the TPMS sensors are functioning correctly across all four wheels. The 2023 test at 38,920 miles flagged a light oil misting on the nearside rear shock absorber, along with perishing on the nearside rear tyre and thin brake pads front and rear. A light misting on a shock absorber is not a failure in itself but indicates the damper is beginning to seep fluid, which can progress to reduced damping efficiency over time. A buyer should have the rear suspension inspected for play in the bushes and mounting points, and check whether the shock absorber has been replaced since 2023. The repeated appearance of brake wear across multiple years is consistent with a vehicle driven in mixed conditions, but it also means the braking system deserves a thorough in-person inspection, including disc condition, pad thickness, and caliper operation.