2016 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · YC16 ABU

The vehicle presents a stable and positive maintenance profile with a clean roadworthiness status at its most recent inspection. The July 2025 test at 75,405 miles returned a pass with no recorded defects or advisories. This follows a consistent trend of successful inspections dating back to 2023, suggesting that the vehicle has been kept in a reliable condition through regular testing. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. The records show a steady progression from 54,078 miles in July 2022 to 75,405 miles in July 2025. This incremental growth indicates regular, predictable usage rather than long periods of stagnation or excessive high-speed motorway transit. While the 2022 failure at 54,061 miles suggests a minor setback, the immediate pass in the subsequent year indicates that any issues were promptly rectified. Because the recent MOT history is remarkably clean, there are no specific mechanical trends or recurring faults to signal systemic issues with the suspension, braking system, or exhaust emissions. The lack of advisories regarding corrosion or tyre tread depth in the last three years is an encouraging sign of consistent upkeep. A buyer should still perform a physical inspection of the underside to check for emerging structural rust and examine the brake discs for uneven wear or scoring, but the digital record provides no evidence of neglected maintenance.