2016 Volkswagen Golf 1.4L Hybrid electric (clean) · VX16 AXU

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend over the last several years. The most recent test conducted in June 2026 at 83,824 miles passed with only an advisory for light misting of oil on both nearside and offside rear shock absorbers. This indicates the early stages of damper wear rather than an immediate failure, especially considering the car held a clean record through both the 2024 and 2025 inspections. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,400 miles per annum. The data shows steady usage, moving from 32,201 miles in October 2020 to 83,824 miles in June 2026. This consistent interval suggests regular use, which is often beneficial for the health of rubber components and brake systems. There are no significant gaps in testing that would suggest the car sat stationary for long periods, which generally helps prevent internal seals from drying out or components from corroding. A buyer should inspect the rear shock absorbers closely to ensure the oil misting has not progressed to a significant leak that would compromise handling. The history shows a failure in 2021 at 36,713 miles due to pitted brake discs on all axles and a structural tyre failure. While these were addressed to pass the subsequent tests, the current condition of the brake discs and pads should be verified to ensure the maintenance cycle continues. The lack of structural corrosion advisories throughout the record suggests the chassis has remained well-protected against rust.