2016 VOLKSWAGEN UP1.0L Petrol
Vehicle Insight Summary
VOLKSWAGEN UP (2016, Petrol, 999cc) — mileage recorded at 52,073. MOT status: valid. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 999cc
Vehicle Public Record vs. Hidden Financial Risk
Public MOT roadworthiness: Good.
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Technical Specifications
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Full MOT History
Our records for this Volkswagen Up (D11 FCX) from 2016 show a total of 5 MOT tests between August 2021 and August 2025.
Historically, this vehicle has passed 100% of its MOT tests, totaling 5 passes against 0 fails. 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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