2012 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · FT12 SHV
2012 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 30/05/2012. Recorded mileage 101,150 miles. MOT valid until 09/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Lincoln
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 101,150 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 999cc
FT12 SHV Key Findings
- 14 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/02/2026
- 101,150 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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.
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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.
FT12 SHV Mileage History
- 15/05/201524,467 mi
- 16/05/201631,142 mi+6,675 mi
- 24/05/201738,882 mi+7,740 mi
- 24/10/201741,143 mi+2,261 mi
- 22/05/201844,386 mi+3,243 mi
- 13/08/201950,640 mi+6,254 mi
- 19/11/202057,983 mi+7,343 mi
- 27/09/202164,560 mi+6,577 mi
- 22/09/202273,089 mi+8,529 mi
- 27/09/202380,127 mi+7,038 mi
- 11/09/202486,896 mi+6,769 mi
- 10/03/202591,629 mi+4,733 mi
- 18/02/2026101,150 mi+9,521 mi
- 19/02/2026101,150 mi
Average of roughly 7,122 miles per year across 14 recorded odometer readings.
FT12 SHV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
14 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volkswagen Up (FT12 SHV) between May 2015 and February 2026.
The record contains 13 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 19 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (11 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 advisory notices are 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))”.
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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