2010 Volkswagen Golf 1.6L Diesel · WR60 AEV

The vehicle is currently not in a verifiable roadworthy state as the last recorded MOT test was conducted over four years ago on 15 February 2022. While that specific test resulted in a pass at 161,818 miles, the absence of any testing data between February 2022 and July 2026 indicates a significant lapse in official safety compliance. The maintenance trend cannot be established as stable because there is no recent data to confirm the current condition of the mechanical components. The mileage remains static at 161,818 miles from the 2022 test. This suggests the car has likely been stationary for several years. A vehicle of this age that sits idle often develops secondary issues such as seized brake calipers, perished tyre sidewalls, and degraded battery health. The average annual mileage of 10,114 miles was typical for the car's first decade, but the recent lack of movement is a primary concern. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on the braking system and suspension. Long periods of inactivity frequently lead to brake disc corrosion and binding calipers. Check the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking or failure, as rubber components degrade regardless of mileage. The engine should be checked for fluid leaks and the exhaust system inspected for structural rust that may have developed while the car was dormant. Verify the current state of the tyres, as they are likely out of date and potentially flat-spotted. Given the 2022 failure and subsequent pass within five days, the previous owner addressed a minor issue quickly, but the four-year gap since then necessitates a full mechanical overhaul before the vehicle returns to the road.