2015 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · YY15 MWO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean MOT inspection on 7 January 2026 at 66,085 miles. The maintenance trend is broadly stable, with two consecutive clean tests from late 2024 through early 2026. However, the front brake disc condition has shown a recurring pattern that warrants attention. Discs were flagged as pitted or scored during the November 2023 test, then the vehicle failed the subsequent October 2024 inspection due to the same defect alongside rear brake imbalance and fluctuating front service brakes. The clean result in January 2026 indicates the components have been addressed, though the recurrence suggests accelerated wear on the front braking system. The recorded mileage of 66,085 miles aligns with an average annual usage of roughly 6,000 miles over the vehicle's eleven-year lifespan. There are no significant gaps in the MOT history between 2018 and 2026, indicating consistent registration and use. The early 2018 cluster shows a single failure regarding body damage and sharp edges on 27 March 2018, immediately followed by a pass on the same date, suggesting a minor repair was completed before the official inspection. This consistency points to a vehicle that has remained in regular circulation without prolonged periods of neglect. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the front brake discs and rear brake assembly. The history shows front discs failing twice within a two-year window, which often points to underlying suspension geometry issues or a need for earlier replacement than standard intervals. The nearside rear brake requirement was only just met in 2021, and imbalance was flagged in 2024, so check for uneven pad wear or seized calipers. While the 2021 test noted front tyre wear close to the legal limit, the current clean result implies tyres have been renewed. Verify the condition of the front suspension bushes and lower arms, as binding calipers and scored discs frequently accompany worn suspension components on this model.