2016 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · NV65 ABF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test on 27 February 2026 at 72,559 miles passed immediately after a failure just one day prior due to an ABS warning lamp. While the ABS fault appears to have been rectified, the history shows a recurring trend of neglecting consumables and minor defects, suggesting that components are often only addressed when they reach a point of legal failure during inspection. The mileage progression is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per year. The record shows steady growth from 25,468 miles in January 2019 to 72,559 miles in early 2026. There are no significant gaps in usage, but the 2020 test at 32,031 miles highlighted a critical lapse involving mismatched tyres of different sizes and aspect ratios on the same axle, indicating a lack of attention to basic vehicle safety and axle alignment. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the rear braking system and suspension geometry. The tester frequently flagged binding rear brakes and uneven tyre wear between October 2021 and October 2023, which often indicates seized caliper sliders or worn suspension bushes. Furthermore, the front brake discs were noted as pitted and scored in 2021, and the recent history of perishing rear tyres in 2025 suggests the rubber may be aging despite the low mileage. The recent ABS failure necessitates a diagnostic check to ensure the sensors or module are fully functional and no intermittent faults remain.