2014 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · SL14 YPY

The vehicle cleared its most recent MOT on 26 November 2025 at 95,591 miles, but the tester recorded front brake discs approaching the wear limit and tyres worn to the legal minimum. After a failure three days earlier, the trend in the last twelve months appears to be improving, with the only outstanding items now being consumable wear rather than safety‑critical defects. Mileage has risen from 71,608 miles in November 2022 to 84,101 miles in November 2023, then to 90,380 miles in November 2024 and finally to just over 95,500 miles in the 2025 tests. This equates to roughly 7,900 miles per year, a figure typical for a 2014 model. The record shows regular annual testing with no long gaps, suggesting the vehicle has been kept on the MOT schedule and that mileage accumulation has been steady rather than abrupt. A prospective buyer should verify the condition of the front brake discs, confirming they remain above the minimum thickness, and inspect the tyre tread on all four wheels for uniform wear. The near‑excessive wear on the nearside front suspension arm ball joint noted on 19 November 2025 warrants a close examination of the front suspension bushes and ball joints for any play or corrosion. Steering rack play flagged in both 2023 and 2025 should be checked for consistency, and the oil leak reported in 2025 must be located and repaired to prevent future engine issues. Finally, the minor exhaust leak recorded in November 2024 should be examined to ensure it has not progressed, and a general survey for rust or structural damage around the chassis is advisable.