VOLKSWAGEN UP2016 · 1.0L Petrol
Vehicle Insight Summary
This 2016 VOLKSWAGEN UP is a Petrol vehicle with a 999cc engine. Currently it has a valid MOT and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 49,032.
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 999cc
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Full MOT History
Our records for this Volkswagen Up (DEX 74R) from 2016 show a total of 5 MOT tests between April 2023 and April 2026.
Across its entire MOT history, this Volkswagen has a 80% success rate (4 passes and 1 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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