2017 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · EG17 CKU
2017 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 31 Aug 2017. Recorded mileage 53,132 miles. MOT valid until 25 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 53,132 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
EG17 CKU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/04/2026
- 53,132 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EG17 CKU 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 2017 Volkswagen Up (EG17 CKU) between April 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
EG17 CKU Mileage History
- 07/04/202244,303 mi
- 14/04/202346,602 mi+2,299 mi
- 05/04/202449,201 mi+2,599 mi
- 11/04/202551,211 mi+2,010 mi
- 08/04/202653,132 mi+1,921 mi
Average of roughly 2,206 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
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.
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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Digital Service History
Access verified franchised dealer maintenance records for EG17CKU.
Unlock Manufacturer Digital Service Records
Check franchised dealer maintenance history for EG17CKU. Our direct integration verifies routine service events, workshop operations, recorded mileage, and technician logs.
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.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (EG17 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as EG17CKU.
SUZUKI
GRAND VITARA
VAUXHALL
CORSA
HYUNDAI
I40 S CRDI BLUE DRIVE
HYUNDAI
I40
HYUNDAI
I40
HYUNDAI
I20
HYUNDAI
TUCSON
HYUNDAI
I20
HYUNDAI
TUCSON
HYUNDAI
I40
HYUNDAI
TUCSON
HYUNDAI
TUCSON SPORT EDITION 2WD CRDI
VOLKSWAGEN UP Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2017 model year cars.
- 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.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.