2011 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Petrol · YY60 UBJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in July 2025. The maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs following specific compliance failures rather than systemic mechanical neglect. While the 2025 test initially failed due to poor headlamp alignment and tyre condition, these issues were rectified immediately to achieve a pass. This suggests the owner is willing to address MOT safety-related defects to keep the car on the road. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 15-year-old vehicle, with 19,139 miles representing an average of approximately 1,276 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between February 2022 and July 2024, where the car covered only 53 miles in over two years. This period of inactivity often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components, as evidenced by the perishing and cracking noted on the July 2025 tyres which are typical symptoms of age and stagnation rather than mileage-related wear. A buyer must inspect the condition of all rubber components, as the record shows recurring issues with tyre perishing and damage across 2022 and 2025. The fractured offside front coil spring noted in early 2022 indicates that suspension components may be under stress or have suffered from long periods of sitting stationary. Given the low usage, a physical inspection should also focus on the brake discs for surface corrosion and seized calipers, which frequently occur on vehicles that are not driven regularly.