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2018 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · DY18 GFZ

DY18 GFZ

2018 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 23/03/2018. Recorded mileage 52,999 miles. MOT valid until 12/02/2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN UP
Year / Origin
2018 · Shrewsbury
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 12/02/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
52,999 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
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Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 12/02/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 2026‑02‑02 MOT at 52,999 miles recorded a pass with no defects, confirming current roadworthiness and indicating a stable maintenance record. Mileage has risen from 32,674 miles in the February 2021 test to 52,999 miles in the February 2026 test, an average annual increase of roughly 6,600 miles, consistent with the vehicle’s eight‑year age and typical usage patterns. A buyer should therefore examine the front wiper linkage and arm condition, check suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, inspect brake discs and calipers for binding or corrosion, and verify the absence of structural rust on the chassis and sills. No recurring major mechanical failures are evident, though the repeated wiper advisory suggests periodic attention to the front wiper system; overall the vehicle appears well maintained with only minor consumable wear to monitor.

DY18 GFZ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 02/02/2026
  • 52,999 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Reliability & Known Issues

Known faults for Volkswagen Volkswagen Up! Mk1

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DY18 GFZ Mileage History

  1. 30/01/202339,239 mi
  2. 25/01/202443,324 mi+4,085 mi
  3. 30/01/202548,133 mi+4,809 mi
  4. 30/01/202548,133 mi
  5. 02/02/202652,999 mi+4,866 mi

Average of roughly 4,572 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

DY18 GFZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Jul 2026, 03:06
MOT Analysis

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 2018 Volkswagen Up (DY18 GFZ) between January 2023 and February 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 02 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

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