2022 Volkswagen ID3 Family Electric · WM71 AXK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT test on 28 May 2026. The maintenance trend appears stable, although a recent mechanical failure just three days prior to that pass indicates a need for proactive attention to suspension components. The tester initially flagged the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint as excessively worn at 43,504 miles, but the subsequent pass suggests the owner acted promptly to rectify the fault and maintain safety standards. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a four-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,876 miles per year. Between the February 2025 test at 13,689 miles and the May 2026 test at 43,504 miles, the car covered nearly 30,000 miles in just sixteen months. This acceleration suggests regular use rather than long periods, which places predictable loads on rubber components, suspension bushings, and braking hardware. A prospective buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the front suspension geometry to ensure no other lateral wear is present. While the anti-roll bar linkage was replaced, it is prudent to check the condition of the remaining bushes, control arms, and coil springs for signs of degradation or premature tearing. Given the recent mileage accumulation, verifying the thickness of the brake pads and the condition of the discs is also advisable to ensure no uneven wear or excessive galling has occurred during the higher-mile driving periods.