2018 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · EF67 JYR
2018 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 29 Jan 2018. Recorded mileage 59,249 miles. MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 59,249 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
EF67 JYR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/02/2026
- 59,249 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
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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.
EF67 JYR Mileage History
- 27/02/202335,877 mi
- 27/02/202335,877 mi
- 20/02/202441,202 mi+5,325 mi
- 21/02/202549,596 mi+8,394 mi
- 25/02/202659,249 mi+9,653 mi
Average of roughly 7,801 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
EF67 JYR MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Volkswagen Up (EF67 JYR) between February 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 25 February 2026 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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- 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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