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2015 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · WP15 BUV

WP15 BUV

2015 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 20 Apr 2015. Recorded mileage 48,896 miles. MOT valid until 14 Feb 2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN UP
Year / Origin
2015 · Bristol
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 14 Feb 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
48,896 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
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MOT Status
Valid
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Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2015
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 6 February 2026 at 48,896 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to February 2023, indicating a car that has been kept in a condition that meets minimum legal standards without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage is notably low for an eleven year old vehicle, averaging roughly 4,445 miles per year. The odometer readings show very steady, low-volume usage, increasing by only 4,316 miles between the February 2023 test at 44,580 miles and the February 2026 test at 48,896 miles. There is a data anomaly in the February 2026 records where a failure was logged at 49,896 miles before a pass at 48,896 miles on the same day. This is likely a clerical recording error by the tester rather than a mechanical issue, given that no specific defects were listed for either entry. Because the MOT history is devoid of advisories or failures, the record provides no specific warnings regarding suspension bushes, brake discs, or structural corrosion. However, the low annual mileage suggests the car may have spent long periods stationary. A buyer should physically inspect the tyres for age-related cracking or flat spots and check for signs of brake caliper binding or fluid degradation. The lack of recorded faults suggests a well-maintained vehicle or one with very light duty cycles. Focus your physical inspection on the battery health and the condition of the rubber seals and perishables, as these often degrade due to age and inactivity regardless of the low mileage on the clock.
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WP15 BUV Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 06/02/2026
  • 48,896 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

WP15 BUV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Volkswagen Up (WP15 BUV) between February 2023 and February 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 06 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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WP15 BUV Mileage History

  1. 15/02/202344,580 mi
  2. 08/02/202445,493 mi+913 mi
  3. 04/02/202546,239 mi+746 mi
  4. 06/02/202649,896 mi+3,657 mi
  5. 06/02/202648,896 mi-1,000 mi

Average of roughly 1,450 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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