2012 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · YY12 WGA

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT test on 2025-08-19 at 122,043 miles, with no defects recorded. This suggests a stable maintenance trend, with the last few tests indicating no major issues. However, a closer examination of the history reveals a pattern of recurring faults with the rear tyres and service brakes, which were flagged in 2023 and 2021, respectively. The recorded mileage of 122,043 miles, accumulated over approximately 14 years, is roughly in line with expectations for a vehicle of this age. However, there are some notable gaps in the mileage data, such as the period between 2017 and 2023, where the mileage increased by around 70,000 miles in just six years. This rapid accumulation of mileage may indicate a period of more frequent or intense use, which could have contributed to the wear and tear on certain components. A buyer should inspect the vehicle's rear suspension and brakes in person, given the recurring faults with the service brakes in 2023 and the tyres in 2021, 2023, and 2025. The history also suggests that the parking brake lever may require adjustment, as indicated in 2018. Additionally, the parking brake efficiency was found to be less than 50% in 2018, which may be worth investigating further. It is also worth noting that the exhaust shield was missing in 2018, creating a risk of fire, and the offside front brake pads were found to be less than 1.5 mm thick in 2020.