2017 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · FN17 YBU
2017 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 31/03/2017. Recorded mileage 73,610 miles. MOT valid until 30/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Nottingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 73,610 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2017
- Engine
- 999cc
FN17 YBU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/03/2026
- 73,610 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.
FN17 YBU Mileage History
- 16/03/202345,996 mi
- 21/03/202456,352 mi+10,356 mi
- 06/03/202565,859 mi+9,507 mi
- 07/03/202565,859 mi
- 23/03/202673,610 mi+7,751 mi
Average of roughly 9,145 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
FN17 YBU 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 (FN17 YBU) between March 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 March 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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