2018 Volkswagen Golf Electric · XR18 BER

The vehicle currently maintains a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by a clean MOT pass on 26 July 2025 at 57,139 miles where no defects were recorded. This represents an improving maintenance trend compared to previous years, as mechanical issues identified in earlier tests appear to have been addressed. The most recent result suggests the current owner is proactive in resolving advisory items that flagged during prior inspections. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,142 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between February 2021 and July 2022, during which the car covered roughly 6,400 miles, followed by an accumulation of 10,000 miles in the following year. This steady usage suggests the car has not suffered from long periods of standing, which helps prevent the degradation of rubber components and seals despite the relatively low mileage. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension. The record shows recurring oil misting on both shock absorbers in 2022 at 37,769 miles and again in 2024 at 47,063 miles. While the 2025 test showed no defects, the buyer must verify that these shocks have been replaced or that the leak has not progressed to a failure. Additionally, the 2022 advisories regarding tyre wear and perishing indicate a history of neglected consumable maintenance, so the current tyre set should be checked for even wear and adequate tread depth.