2016 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Diesel · VX16 AYB

The vehicle remains roadworthy with a maintenance trend that is generally stable but shows signs of recurring minor mechanical issues. The most recent test in March 2026 at 61,756 miles resulted in a pass, despite an advisory for perishing on both rear tyres. This follows a clean result in February 2025 where no defects were recorded, suggesting that the current owner addresses specific faults as they arise rather than them into major failures. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,100 miles per annum. A significant gap in data exists between February 2019 at 15,799 miles and February 2020 at 31,987 miles, where the car covered considerably more ground in a single year. Since that period, the vehicle has accumulated mileage at a steady rate of roughly 4,000 to 5,000 miles per year. This low-intensity usage typically results in less wear on the drivetrain and suspension components. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the rear braking system, as the tester flagged offside rear service brake binding in both February 2023 and February 2024. While the vehicle passed without failure, the recurring nature of this binding suggests a sticking caliper or worn pins that requires inspection to prevent uneven pad wear. The 2026 advisory regarding cracking and perishing tyres indicates that the rubber is degrading due to age rather than mileage, meaning these should be replaced immediately regardless of remaining tread depth.