2015 Volkswagen Polo 1.0L Petrol · WP15 DTV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a worrying trend of deferred mechanical repairs. In the most recent test in February 2026 at 72,659 miles, the car failed due to excessively worn nearside front suspension arm pins and bushes. While it passed upon immediate retest, the presence of a worn offside front arm bush suggests that the front suspension components are reaching the end of their functional life and require proactive attention soon. The mileage pattern remains consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per year. There is a gap of 14,434 miles between the September 2024 test at 58,225 miles and the February 2026 test at 72,659 miles, which reflects steady usage patterns. This relatively low annual mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain, yet the record shows that rubber-based components like suspension bushes and tyres are suffering from age-related degradation regardless of distance driven. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension to ensure the arm bushes identified in the latest failure have been properly replaced. The recurring issues with thin front brake pads noted in 2023 and 2022 suggest the previous owner only addressed components when they reached a failure threshold. You should verify the current state of the brake discs for pitting or scoring, as the 2022 record already flagged them as worn. Additionally, the perishing tyres noted in 2023 indicate that the rubber may be cracking due to age, necessitating a check of the sidewalls and tread across all four tyres.