2012 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · FR12 DCX
2012 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 29 Jun 2012. Recorded mileage 71,988 miles. MOT expired on 03 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 03 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 71,988 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FR12 DCX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 02/04/2026
- 71,988 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FR12 DCX 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 2012 Volkswagen Up (FR12 DCX) between July 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 April 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
FR12 DCX Mileage History
- 14/07/202361,113 mi
- 19/07/202468,032 mi+6,919 mi
- 15/11/202470,059 mi+2,027 mi
- 04/04/202570,079 mi+20 mi
- 02/04/202671,988 mi+1,909 mi
Average of roughly 4,000 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volkswagen Volkswagen Up! Mk1
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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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