2012 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · DV12 OGN
2012 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 93,741 miles. MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,741 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.
DV12 OGN Key Findings
- 14 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 17/03/2026
- 93,741 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
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
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DV12 OGN Mileage History
- 13/03/201522,703 mi
- 13/03/201522,703 mi
- 15/03/201629,515 mi+6,812 mi
- 08/03/201732,995 mi+3,480 mi
- 13/03/201837,664 mi+4,669 mi
- 19/03/201943,097 mi+5,433 mi
- 19/03/201943,109 mi+12 mi
- 12/03/202051,388 mi+8,279 mi
- 19/03/202156,666 mi+5,278 mi
- 18/03/202263,452 mi+6,786 mi
- 21/03/202370,189 mi+6,737 mi
- 22/03/202478,315 mi+8,126 mi
- 12/03/202586,146 mi+7,831 mi
- 17/03/202693,741 mi+7,595 mi
Average of roughly 6,451 miles per year across 14 recorded odometer readings.
DV12 OGN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
14 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volkswagen Up (DV12 OGN) between March 2015 and March 2026.
The record contains 12 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 March 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: Tyres (5 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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: “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
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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