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2015 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · AX15 WDL

AX15 WDL

2015 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 30 May 2015. Recorded mileage 89,359 miles. MOT expired on 26 Oct 2026.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN UP
Year / Origin
2015 · Ipswich
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 26 Oct 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
89,359 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
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MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 26 Oct 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2015
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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A remarkably clean record of roadworthiness defines this vehicle, with a consistent trend of passing tests without any recorded advisories over several years. Even with the same-day failure and pass entries on 30 September 2025 and 27 October 2023, the total absence of listed defects suggests only minor, immediate rectifications were required. This stability indicates a vehicle that has remained mechanically sound and compliant with DVSA standards without any chronic issues. The recorded mileage of 89,359 miles over approximately eleven years reflects a typical usage pattern of roughly 8,124 miles per year. This consistent accumulation rate suggests the vehicle has been used regularly, avoiding the mechanical stagnation associated with long periods of inactivity while remaining well below the wear levels of high-mileage urban fleet cars. Mechanically, this represents a balanced history where components have been exercised regularly. Given the lack of specific advisories regarding suspension linkages, brake lines, or structural corrosion in the MOT history, there are no targeted mechanical red flags to investigate. The buyer should instead focus on general wear and tear consistent with a vehicle approaching 90,000 miles. During a test drive, listen for any knocks or clunks from the suspension bushes over uneven surfaces and ensure the steering is precise and free from pull. Verify that the brake pedal remains firm without judder and that the gear transitions are smooth. As the same-day failures in 2023 and 2025 often correlate with simple faults such as blown bulbs or worn wiper blades, a quick check of all external lighting and windscreen wiper operation is advised. Confirm the engine idles steadily and accelerates cleanly to ensure the vehicle maintains its established track record of reliability.
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AX15 WDL Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 30/09/2025
  • 89,359 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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AX15 WDL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 14 Oct 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Volkswagen Up (AX15 WDL) between October 2023 and September 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 30 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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AX15 WDL Mileage History

  1. 27/10/202378,909 mi
  2. 27/10/202378,909 mi
  3. 07/10/202484,418 mi+5,509 mi
  4. 30/09/202589,359 mi+4,941 mi
  5. 30/09/202589,359 mi

Average of roughly 5,422 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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