VOLKSWAGEN UP2012 · 1.0L Petrol
Vehicle Insight Summary
Free vehicle summary for FFF 5: 2012 VOLKSWAGEN UP (Red, Petrol). Mileage: 27,576. MOT: valid. Tax: untaxed.
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 999cc
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Full MOT History
MOT data last updated: 4/15/2026, 4:56:25 PM
Checking the history for this 2012 Volkswagen Up (FFF 5), we found 5 MOT results in the period of August 2022 to August 2025.
Historically, this vehicle has passed 80% of its MOT tests, totaling 4 passes against 1 fails. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance 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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