2019 Volkswagen Arteon 2.0L Petrol · YG19 MLE

The most recent MOT was on 2025-07-11 — just under 11 months ago — and it passed at 86,763 miles. However, it recorded a serious tyre defect: front inner tread worn close to the legal limit on both sides (MOT failure point 5.2.3(e)). This is not a minor wear pattern — it indicates likely alignment or suspension issues, not just age-related degradation. A clear mechanical pattern emerges across the last three MOTs: progressive wear on front-end components. In 2024, front brake discs were noted as worn (though not failed), and in 2025, severe inner tyre wear appeared. No such issues were flagged in 2023 or 2022. This suggests the wear trend is worsening — not stable or improving — and points to underlying geometry or suspension faults developing over the past two years. At 86,763 miles aged 7 years, the car averages 12,395 miles per year — above average for a UK personal vehicle but not extreme. This mileage level implies consistent use rather than long periods of inactivity, so wear on brakes, tyres, suspension, and drivetrain is expected and aligns with the observed defects. It does not suggest neglect due to low use, nor does it confirm aggressive driving — the evidence only supports moderate-to-high usage with emerging mechanical issues.