2006 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · WR56 AGY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 19 September 2025 at 114,055 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car has consistently met passing standards following immediate remedial action. The record shows a pattern in both 2024 and 2025 where the vehicle failed just days before a successful pass, suggesting that minor defects, likely items such as bulbs or minor adjustments, were addressed promptly prior to the re-test. At approximately twenty years old, the recorded mileage of 114,055 miles represents a low usage profile of roughly 5,700 miles per year. This data is consistent across the history, showing an interval of about 6,000 miles between the 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 4,500 miles between September 2024 and 2025. Such low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, though it can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and seals if the vehicle sits for extended periods. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and s pans, as older low-mile vehicles are prone to corrosion that may not immediately surface. Despite the clean MOT history regarding mechanical advisories, the low annual mileage warrants a close check for perished suspension bushes and cracked tyres from age rather than wear. Given the age of the Polo, verify the brake calipers and discs for pitting to ensure the lack of frequent use has not caused internal corrosion within the braking system.