2014 Volkswagen Polo 1.0L Petrol · VO64 USZ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status following a period of inconsistent testing. The most recent inspection on 24 September 2025 at 68,412 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects. This follows a pattern where the car failed the initial test in both 2024 and 2025 before being rectified, suggesting that the previous owners are proactive in addressing identified MOT faults once they are flagged, thereby maintaining overall compliance. The mileage profile is notably low for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,700 miles per year. Between the September 2023 test at 63,488 miles and the September 2024 test at 67,011 miles, the car covered only 3,523 miles, indicating periods of very low use. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it can also lead to the degradation of rubber components, such as suspension bushes, and the seizing of brake calipers if the vehicle sits for extended periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the specific components that caused the failures in 2024 and 2025, although the provided data does not specify the exact mechanical reason for those failures. Given the low-usage history, it is essential to check for corrosion on the brake discs and to ensure the exhaust system is not pitting due to inactivity. Additionally inspect the condition of the tyres for sidewall cracking, as low-mileage vehicles often have aged rubber despite sufficient tread depth.