2016 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Petrol · VR02 AJS

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a slight shift toward neglected consumable upkeep. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 122,305 miles passed, it introduced two advisories for the nearside rear and offside front tyres being worn to the legal limit and unevenly. This indicates a departure from the clean records seen in 2024 and 2025, suggesting that basic preventative maintenance may have recently been deferred. The mileage pattern is consistent with high-frequency motor use, averaging approximately 12,000 miles per annum. Between February 2023 and February 2026, the vehicle covered 20,431 miles, representing a steady accumulation of roughly 6,800 miles annually. This consistent usage places higher demands on the drivetrain and suspension components compared to low-mileage vehicles. The lack of defects in the 2024 and 2025 tests suggests that the primary mechanical systems were structurally sound during those periods, despite the high mileage for a ten-year-old Golf. A buyer must physically inspect the suspension and steering geometry, as the recurring uneven tyre wear noted in 2022 and 2026 suggests potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes and control arms. The wiper blade failure in 2023 was a minor point, but the recent tyre condition demands immediate attention upon purchase. Given the high mileage, a thorough check of the brake discs for thinning and the calipers for binding is necessary to ensure that the high-frequency use has not led to accelerated mechanical fatigue beyond what the MOT tester captures.