2015 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · SM15 OED

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 27 April 2026 at 10,837 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable but indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive minor care. While the car failed the April 2026 test due to ineffective windscreen wipers, these were rectified immediately to secure a pass, suggesting the owner is responsive to MOT safety failures once flagged by the tester. The usage profile is exceptionally low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 985 miles per year. Between May 2023 at 6,853 miles and May 2024 at 8,071 miles, the car covered only 1,218 miles. This low mileage typically reduces mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, but it increases the risk of age-related components degrading. The 2024 record highlights this with three tyres flagged for cracking, a common symptom of long stationary periods. A buyer should inspect the condition of all rubber components, as the history shows a tendency for tyre rot despite low mileage. The slight play in the offside front steering tie rod noted in 2025 should be checked again to ensure it has not developed into a significant failure. Given the low annual mileage, the buyer must also examine brake discs for surface corrosion or seizing, as infrequent use often leads to rusted calipers and pitted rotors.