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2021 VOLKSWAGEN UP BLACK EDITION1.0L Petrol

YD71 AFE

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VOLKSWAGEN UP BLACK EDITION (2021, Petrol, 999cc) — mileage recorded at 5,392. MOT status: valid. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.

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Expires 31/08/2026
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Fuel
Petrol
Year
2021
Engine
999cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness based on the available service history. The most recent MOT test conducted on 12 August 2025 at 5,392 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a clean result from the previous year, indicating a stable maintenance trend where the vehicle operated without mechanical or structural failure during its recorded life. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,078 miles annually. Between the August 2024 test at 4,100 miles and the August 2025 test, the car covered only 1,292 miles. This low rate of use suggests the vehicle has been kept sparingly or stationary for extended periods. While this reduces the wear on drivetrain components and suspension bushings, it can sometimes lead to issues related to inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components typically affected by low-mileage vehicles that sit idle. Brake discs and calipers are prone to surface corrosion or pitting if the car is not used frequently, and tyres should be checked for flat-spotting or uneven aging despite having high tread depth. Inspect the rubber components, such as split and suspension bushes, to ensure they have not perished due to age despite the low mechanical wear. Given the clean record, there are no recurring structural or major mechanical faults to worry about.

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Vehicle Public Record vs. Hidden Financial Risk

92
/ 100 · Excellent
DVSA MOT History: Verified

Public MOT roadworthiness: Excellent.

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✓ Valid MOT
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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
Hidden Legal & Financial Status: PENDING

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Destruction
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness based on the available service history. The most recent MOT test conducted on 12 August 2025 at 5,392 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a clean result from the previous year, indicating a stable maintenance trend where the vehicle operated without mechanical or structural failure during its recorded life. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,078 miles annually. Between the August 2024 test at 4,100 miles and the August 2025 test, the car covered only 1,292 miles. This low rate of use suggests the vehicle has been kept sparingly or stationary for extended periods. While this reduces the wear on drivetrain components and suspension bushings, it can sometimes lead to issues related to inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components typically affected by low-mileage vehicles that sit idle. Brake discs and calipers are prone to surface corrosion or pitting if the car is not used frequently, and tyres should be checked for flat-spotting or uneven aging despite having high tread depth. Inspect the rubber components, such as split and suspension bushes, to ensure they have not perished due to age despite the low mechanical wear. Given the clean record, there are no recurring structural or major mechanical faults to worry about.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Volkswagen Up Black Edition (YD71 AFE) from 2021 show a total of 2 MOT tests between August 2024 and August 2025.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 100% pass rate, with 2 passes and 0 failures recorded. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

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