What should my colleague look for when buying a T-reg Volkswagen Polo?

What should my colleague look for when buying a T-reg Volkswagen Polo with 107,000 miles for £950 from a dealer?

Asked on 21 July 2010 by PHILPOTT

Answered by David Ross
Here's what to look out for when buying that age of Volkswagen Polo: honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/volkswagen/polo-iii-1994...d
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