We've identified 5 known issues that can affect the 2012–2018 Volkswagen Up! Mk1. None are considered critical, but they're worth knowing about before you buy.
The 2012–2018 period has 4 more issues than the Volkswagen Up! Mk1 average across all year periods.
The automated manual gearbox (ASG) is jerky in traffic, slow to engage drive, and prone to clutch actuator failures. The manual gearbox is far more reliable.
The 1.0-litre three-cylinder engine can suffer from ignition coil failures leading to misfires, rough idling and poor fuel economy. Coils are inexpensive but should be replaced in sets.
Water enters the boot through the brake light seal, causing wet carpets and potential corrosion in the spare wheel well.
The clutch release bearing can develop a whining or squealing noise, particularly noticeable when the clutch pedal is pressed. Common on higher-mileage cars.
Door locking actuators can fail intermittently, leaving doors unlocked or triggering false alarm activations. The driver's door is most commonly affected.
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