2015 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · FP05 ALF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift from perfect records to reactive upkeep. The most recent test in May 2026 at 64,653 miles passed but introduced two advisories regarding tyre condition, specifically a perished nearside rear tyre and an offside front tyre worn to the legal limit. This indicates that while the car remains mechanically sound, the previous owner has only recently addressed basic consumable items after they approached failure. The mileage profile is consistently low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,900 miles per year. The data shows a very stable pattern between 2018 and 2023, where the car covered only 23,754 miles over five years. However, there is a noticeable increase in usage between May 2023 and May 2026, with the vehicle covering 27,158 miles in just three years. This accelerated rate explains the increased wear on rubber components and suspension elements compared to the lack of issues in earlier years. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system, as the April 2024 test at 48,683 miles flagged imbalanced rear brakes that only narrowly met the requirements. This suggests potential sticking calipers or corroded slider pins that require attention to prevent uneven pad wear. Given the low-mileage nature of the car, check for dry rot on tyre sidewalls and perished suspension bushes, which are common in vehicles that sit for long periods between annual tests. The tyre pressure monitoring system, which failed in 2020, should also be verified functional to ensure the fault was properly rectified and is not recurring.