VOLKSWAGEN UP2012 · 1.0L Petrol
Vehicle Insight Summary
VOLKSWAGEN UP (2012, Petrol, 999cc) — mileage recorded at 97,203. MOT status: not recorded. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 999cc
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Public record health check: Average.
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Full MOT History
MOT data last updated: 5/17/2026, 1:00:04 AM
This 2012 Volkswagen Up (2 XMP) has a recorded MOT history spanning from May 2021 to May 2025, with 5 MOT tests on record.
With 5 passes and 0 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 100%. This consistent performance at MOT centers suggests this vehicle has been kept in good order.
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Common Problems: VOLKSWAGEN UP
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- ASG Automated Gearbox Issues(Moderate)
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.
- Ignition Coil / Misfire(Moderate)
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.
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