2012 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · V18 GJK
2012 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 05/05/2012. Recorded mileage 72,905 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Worcester
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/04/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,905 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 999cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
V18 GJK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/04/2025
- 72,905 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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V18 GJK Mileage History
- 02/04/202242,216 mi
- 11/04/202355,686 mi+13,470 mi
- 17/04/202470,263 mi+14,577 mi
- 17/04/202470,267 mi+4 mi
- 17/04/202572,905 mi+2,638 mi
Average of roughly 10,087 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
V18 GJK 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 2012 Volkswagen Up (V18 GJK) between April 2022 and April 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 April 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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