2017 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · GF17 VGV

The vehicle presents a generally stable maintenance profile, with the most recent MOT test on 9 April 2025 showing a pass with no defects. While the vehicle failed that same day at 49,917 miles due to an ineffective fuel cap and an offside oil leak, the subsequent pass indicates these specific issues were rectified. The history shows a consistent pattern of passing tests without major structural or safety failures, suggesting the vehicle has been subject to regular, reactive maintenance. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a 2017 model, averaging approximately 5,500 miles per year. A significant anomaly appears in the 2020 records, where the March test recorded 64,606 miles, yet the October 2020 test showed only 38,998 miles. This discrepancy suggests either a clerical error in the DVSA database or a possible odometer rollback, which warrants immediate physical verification of the instrument cluster and service history. Aside from this inconsistency, the mileage has progressed steadily and predictably from 40,215 miles in 2021 to the current 49,919 miles. A prospective buyer should focus inspections on the drivetrain and sealing components. The 2023 test at 44,822 miles flagged an offside front differential seal leak, and the April 2025 failure noted an offside oil leak from a driveshaft oil seal. Although the vehicle passed the most recent test, these recurring oil-related advisories and failures suggest a tendency for seals to perish or leak on this specific unit. I recommend a thorough underbody inspection to check for residual oil spray on the engine bay and exhaust components, which could indicate a slow, ongoing leak. The fuel system should also be checked to ensure the fuel cap seals correctly, following the failure in April 2025. Given the low annual mileage, the vehicle may have experienced periods of sitting idle, so checking the condition of rubber components like suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls for age-related cracking is advisable. Overall, the mechanical history is clean of serious structural corrosion or brake system failures, provided the mileage discrepancy is resolved.