2021 Volkswagen ID3 Life Electricity · YC71 NLA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with an improving maintenance trend following a period of mechanical failures. The most recent test conducted in March 2026 at 47,242 miles passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the issues identified in previous years have been addressed. This follows a clean result in December 2024, suggesting that the vehicle has maintained a stable state of operation since necessary repairs. The mileage pattern is consistent with a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,450 miles per year. The record shows a steady accumulation of use, with 1,326 miles driven between December 2024 and March 2025, and another 2,440 miles recorded prior to the March 2026 test. This regular use suggests the car has not sat for long periods, which generally helps prevent the degradation of rubber components and braking systems. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and steering geometry, as the tester flagged the offside front anti-roll bar ball joint as excessively worn in March 2025. While this was rectified, a thorough check of the remaining bushes and control arms is advisable to ensure no secondary wear has developed. The front brake discs were also noted as worn during the 2025 test, so the current thickness and surface condition should be verified to confirm they are not nearing replacement limits. The history also highlights minor oversight in upkeep, such as headlamp alignment and washer fluid levels noted in late 2024. These are service-related issues rather than deep mechanical failures. Given the lack of structural corrosion or recurring drivetrain faults in the record, the vehicle appears to have been well-maintained by owners who respond to MOT failures promptly.