2012 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · AV12 NPE
2012 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 31/03/2012. Recorded mileage 32,298 miles. MOT valid until 30/03/2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Ipswich
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 32,298 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 999cc
AV12 NPE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 31/03/2026
- 32,298 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Known faults for Volkswagen Volkswagen Up! Mk1
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
AV12 NPE Mileage History
- 31/03/202215,318 mi
- 24/03/202318,976 mi+3,658 mi
- 26/03/202425,591 mi+6,615 mi
- 25/03/202529,396 mi+3,805 mi
- 31/03/202632,298 mi+2,902 mi
Average of roughly 4,245 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AV12 NPE 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 (AV12 NPE) between March 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (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.
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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