2021 Volkswagen Arteon Elegance TSI Phev S-A 1.4L Hybrid electric (clean) · VN71 HCC

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status following its most recent inspection on May 1, 2024. The maintenance trend appears stable due to the limited history, though the record highlights a failure regarding a damaged offside rear suspension component. While the tester noted that the trailing arm was not yet seriously weakened, the presence of such damage indicates a specific impact or stress point that required immediate attention to rectify to meet MOT safety standards. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a five-year-old vehicle, with only 7,446 miles recorded. This equates to an average of approximately 1,489 miles per year, which suggests the car has seen minimal use or sat for extended periods. Such low-usage patterns can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components or surface corrosion on brake discs due to lack of movement. The lack of multiple MOT entries indicates the vehicle has not undergone the rigorous mechanical scrutiny typical of higher mileage cars. A physical inspection should focus specifically on the offside rear suspension to ensure the repair to the trailing arm and associated bushes was completed to a professional standard. Given the low annual mileage, the buyer must also check the brake calipers for seizing or surface pitting, as these often occur on vehicles that are infrequently driven. Verifying the condition of the tyres for age-related cracking is also essential, as the tread depth may not reflect the actual degradation of the rubber over five years.