2012 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · AX12 DLD
2012 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 29/06/2012. Recorded mileage 59,582 miles. MOT valid until 19/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Ipswich
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 59,582 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 999cc
AX12 DLD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/12/2025
- 59,582 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: Good
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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AX12 DLD Mileage History
- 05/12/202253,237 mi
- 20/12/202355,442 mi+2,205 mi
- 20/12/202355,448 mi+6 mi
- 10/12/202458,888 mi+3,440 mi
- 17/12/202559,582 mi+694 mi
Average of roughly 2,092 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AX12 DLD 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 (AX12 DLD) between December 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 December 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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