2013 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · GF13 UPB
2013 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 26/06/2013. Recorded mileage 37,756 miles. MOT valid until 02/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Maidstone
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 37,756 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2013
- Engine
- 999cc
GF13 UPB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/10/2025
- 37,756 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.
GF13 UPB Mileage History
- 03/11/202214,912 mi
- 19/10/202322,357 mi+7,445 mi
- 01/11/202430,544 mi+8,187 mi
- 01/11/202430,544 mi
- 14/10/202537,756 mi+7,212 mi
Average of roughly 7,755 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
GF13 UPB 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 2013 Volkswagen Up (GF13 UPB) between November 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 14 October 2025 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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