2015 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · HA11 FRD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, the latest MOT on 24 December 2025 passing after the front position lamps noted in the same‑day failure were rectified. The pass, however, still records front tyres worn close to the legal limit and rear tyres with slight cracking, indicating that consumable wear remains unresolved. The maintenance trend shows a pattern of recurring suspension and tyre issues, with brake and exhaust problems cleared after the 2024‑12‑23 failure. Overall the trend is stable to slightly worsening in areas of consumable wear, while major mechanical faults have been addressed. Mileage accumulation over eight years totals 58,968 miles, averaging roughly 5,300 miles per year, which is low for a 2015 model. The most notable jumps occurred between January 2023 and February 2024 (≈9,000 miles in 13 months) and between February and December 2024 (≈12,000 miles in ten months). These intervals suggest periods of heavier use or possible test mileage adjustments, but the overall low annual mileage points to light duty and minimal stress on high‑wear components. A buyer should inspect the tyres first; the nearside and offside fronts are near the legal tread limit and the rear tyres show cracking. The front suspension arm pins and bushes, flagged in both the 2024‑12‑23 and 2024‑12‑30 tests, need checking for excessive play. Brake pads and discs should be examined despite recent passes, as earlier pads were below 1.5 mm and discs were worn. The exhaust system, particularly the lambda sensor and hydrocarbon readings noted in 2024‑12‑23, warrants inspection for residual faults. Finally, test the front position lamps, handbrake operation, and the internal headlight adjuster, all of which have appeared in the MOT history.