2016 VOLKSWAGEN UP1.0L Petrol
Vehicle Insight Summary
VOLKSWAGEN UP (2016, Petrol, 999cc) — mileage recorded at 48,762. 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.
This score reflects past DVSA test passes and advisory frequency. However, it does not check if the car has £15,000 of unpaid finance, an insurance write-off marker, or a police theft report.
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Technical Specifications
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Full MOT History
Checking the history for this 2016 Volkswagen Up (EIL 551), we found 5 MOT results in the period of November 2022 to November 2025.
Across its entire MOT history, this Volkswagen has a 80% success rate (4 passes and 1 fails). The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.
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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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