2018 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · FG18 WHF
2018 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Apr 2018. Recorded mileage 28,851 miles. MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 28,851 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FG18 WHF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/04/2026
- 28,851 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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.
FG18 WHF Mileage History
- 22/04/202214,445 mi
- 14/04/202317,906 mi+3,461 mi
- 12/04/202421,616 mi+3,710 mi
- 04/04/202524,959 mi+3,343 mi
- 17/04/202628,851 mi+3,892 mi
Average of roughly 3,615 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FG18 WHF MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Volkswagen Up (FG18 WHF) between April 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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.
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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