VOLKSWAGEN UP2012 · 1.0L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its latest MOT in February 2026 at 79,512 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement as the owner has proactively addressed specific safety failures. While the car failed a test in late February 2026 due to a supplementary restraint system warning lamp, the fault was rectified within five days to secure a pass, indicating a willingness to maintain critical safety systems when flagged by the tester. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 79,512 miles represents a low usage pattern of approximately 5,600 miles per year. The data shows consistent but infrequent use, with 2,988 miles covered between March 2024 and March 2025, and another 863 miles between March 2025 and February 2026. This low mileage suggests limited wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it can sometimes lead to age-related rubber degradation or brake corrosion from infrequent use. A buyer should specifically inspect the offside rear brake assembly, as the tester flagged a binding caliper in March 2024 at 75,661 miles. Although this was cleared, recurring binding issues often indicate a seized caliper piston or corroded slider pins that may fail again. Additionally, the SRS warning lamp failure in February 2026 requires verification that the airbag sensor fault was properly repaired rather than simply having the code cleared. Given the vehicle's age and low mileage, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the underside and suspension bushes is also necessary to ensure the chassis has not suffered while the car sat stationary for extended periods.