2012 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · CP12 UGS

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following its most recent MOT on 12 February 2026 at 90,773 miles. While the car initially failed that test due to non-functioning position lamps and a nearside stop lamp, these were minor electrical bulb replacements that did not indicate deeper mechanical degradation. The absence of advisories in the most recent pass suggests the vehicle is currently in a compliant state, though the history shows a pattern of addressing consumable wear items only when they reach the point of failure. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 30,395 miles in August 2016 to the current 90,773 miles. There are no significant gaps in testing, though the interval between the December 2024 and February 2026 tests indicates the vehicle has been used regularly. The data shows a predictable wear pattern rather than sudden, heavy usage or long periods of inactivity. A prospective buyer should pay close attention to the braking system and tyre maintenance. The December 2024 test flagged a nearside rear service brake that was excessively binding, and the 2021 test noted an exhaust leak at the flexible pipe. While these issues were resolved to achieve subsequent passes, the recurring presence of tyres worn to the legal limit or with uneven edge wear across multiple years—specifically in 2021 and 2024—suggests that wheel alignment or suspension geometry may require inspection. The history of lighting failures and SRS warning lamp faults in 2020 indicates that basic electrical upkeep has been reactive rather than proactive. Beyond checking the bulb integrity and ensuring the airbag system remains fault-free, a physical inspection of the tyre tread profiles and suspension bushes is advised to ensure the uneven wear noted in previous years has been fully rectified.