2021 Volkswagen ID3 Life Electric · WR71 SXT

The Volkswagen ID3 Life presents a stable roadworthiness status following the most recent DVSA examination on 7 January 2026 at 51,146 miles, roughly six months before the current date, where the tester issued a pass with no defects recorded. This result, combined with the earlier clean test on 26 November 2024, confirms a maintenance trend that is steady rather than worsening, with no advisories raised across either inspection. The vehicle's structural integrity, braking system, and suspension components met required standards at both assessments. Mileage accumulation aligns with typical use for a five-year-old hatchback. The record shows 36,832 miles recorded on 26 November 2024, rising to 51,146 miles by 7 January 2026, a gain of 14,314 miles over thirteen months that equates to roughly 12,300 miles per annum. Against the overall average of 10,229 miles per year since 2021, the progression is unremarkable and shows no rapid accumulation or prolonged standing. The supplied MOT data is sparse, offering only two examinations, yet both demonstrate conscientious upkeep by the previous keeper with no lapsed intervals. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of mechanical wear points despite the absent advisories. The MOT pass does not measure remaining life on consumables such as tyres, wiper blades, or brake disc thickness, so the buyer must verify these at 51,146 miles. The buyer should visually check suspension bushes, coil springs, and calipers for binding or fatigue, while scrutinising underbody and sills for early corrosion that a clean test might not flag. The electric drivetrain falls outside MOT scope, thus a specialist diagnostic scan of battery and motor health remains prudent.