2017 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · RV67 KAX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 37,626 miles passed, the tester flagged thin front brake pads and pitted, scored discs on both front wheels. This marks a departure from the two previous clean records in 2024 and 2025, suggesting that braking components are now reaching the end of their service life simultaneously. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,181 miles per year. Data shows consistent low-usage patterns, with only 1,344 miles driven between the 2025 and 2026 tests and 1,804 miles prior to that. However, low mileage often correlates with the degradation of rubber-based components, as evidenced by the March 2023 failure where tyres were found to be perishing and cracking due to age-related decay rather than tread wear. A buyer should inspect the front braking system thoroughly, as the pitting on the discs indicates they have been subject to corrosion during periods of standing still. Given the low mileage, there is also a risk of seized brake calipers or perished seals which may not be fully captured in a standard MOT. The condition of the wiper blades and tyres should be verified, as the 2023 record confirms a history of neglecting these consumables until they failed a test.