2017 Volkswagen Golf 2.0L Diesel · YY67 NWM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 89,985 miles passed, it followed a failure just mile prior due to critically thin brake pads on both rear sides. This trend suggests the owner only addresses mechanical components once they reach the point of failure. The appearance of oil misting on the nearside rear shock absorber during this same test marks the beginning of component degradation that will likely require future replacement. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. The data shows steady usage, moving from 72,554 miles in October 2022 to 89,985 miles by September 2025. There are no significant gaps in testing that would suggest long periods of inactivity, which often leads to seized brake calipers or perished rubber. However, the accumulation of mileage puts standard wear on the suspension and braking systems, which is already manifesting in the inspection intervals. A buyer should personally inspect the rear braking system thoroughly, as the record shows recurring issues with thin pads across 2024 and 2025. The tester should check for uneven wear on the discs which may result from a sticking caliper. The nearside rear shock absorber requires a close look to ensure the misting has not progressed to active leaking, as this will eventually cause an MOT failure. Given the 2024 advisories regarding tyre edge wear and wiper blades, the current state of all rubber and tyres should be verified to ensure they were actually replaced since the previous failures.