2018 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · J4 GSM

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a trend of deferred attention regarding rubber-based components. The most recent test in April 2026 at 42,277 miles flagged significant pitting and scoring on both front brake discs, alongside perishing on the rear tyres. While the car passed, the recurring nature of these issues across multiple years suggests that the owner only addresses components once they reach an advisory level or failure threshold, rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is consistently low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,300 miles per year. Between May 2022 at 15,845 miles and April 2024 at 29,101 miles, the car covered 13,256 miles. This low annual usage explains the presence of tyre perishing and sidewall cracking noted in the 2025 and 2026 tests, as rubber often degrades from age and lack of movement rather than tread wear alone. A buyer must inspect the front lower suspension arm bushes specifically, as the 2025 test identified worn bushes on both the nearside and offside sides. Although these did not cause a failure at the time, they represent the beginning of mechanical wear in the drivetrain. The front brake discs also require immediate replacement given the persistent pitting and scoring reported in both 2024 and 2026, which indicates the metal surfaces are compromised by corrosion. The rear tyres should be checked for deep-seated cracking in the sidewalls, as the tester has flagged them as deteriorating for three consecutive years.