2014 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · FY14 AAU
2014 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 22 Apr 2014. Recorded mileage 100,916 miles. MOT valid until 09 Nov 2027. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Nov 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 100,916 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FY14 AAU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/10/2026
- 100,916 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FY14 AAU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 Volkswagen Up (FY14 AAU) between February 2025 and October 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases FLEXI (6.1.2 (a))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”.
FY14 AAU Mileage History
- 06/02/202589,881 mi
- 07/02/202589,892 mi+11 mi
- 10/11/202596,751 mi+6,859 mi
- 26/10/2026100,916 mi+4,165 mi
- 27/10/2026100,916 mi
Average of roughly 6,415 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volkswagen Volkswagen Up! Mk1
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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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- ASG Automated Gearbox IssuesModerate
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 / MisfireModerate
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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