2012 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Petrol · YP62 ABN

The vehicle presents a generally stable maintenance profile, though the most recent MOT test on 20 February 2026 at 62,879 miles indicates the onset of age-related wear in the suspension system. While the car passed its latest inspection, the tester flagged light oil misting on the offside rear shock absorber and noted perishing lower arm rear bushes on both the nearside and offside front suspension arms. These advisories suggest that while the vehicle remains roadworthy, components are beginning to degrade due to rubber perishability and seal wear. The recorded mileage of 62,879 miles is notably low for a 2012 model, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. The data shows consistent, incremental usage, such as the 4,246-mile increase between the February 2025 and February 2026 tests. This low-use pattern explains the specific types of defects observed. The history shows a tendency for rubber components like tyres and bushes to perish from age rather than heavy mechanical stress, evidenced by the tyre sidewall cracking noted in 2021 and 2022. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the suspension and braking components. The 2024 test at 53,055 miles highlighted thinning brake pads and pitted or scored discs on both the front and rear axles, suggesting that the braking system has reached the end of its service life for those components. Given the recent advisories regarding shock absorber misting and perishing suspension bushes, a thorough check of the chassis and suspension mounting points is necessary to ensure these issues do not progress into more significant mechanical failures.