2012 VOLKSWAGEN UP1.0L Petrol
Vehicle Insight Summary
2012 VOLKSWAGEN UP — Petrol, 999cc. This vehicle has 72,540 miles on record. MOT status: no valid MOT. Tax: not taxed. Review the complete history and specs.
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 999cc
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Public record health check: Below Average.
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Technical Specifications
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Full MOT History
Checking the history for this 2012 Volkswagen Up (YIB 5502), we found 5 MOT results in the period of June 2022 to June 2025.
With 4 passes and 1 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 80%. 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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