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2013 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · HF63 ABU

HF63 ABU

2013 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2013. Recorded mileage 55,608 miles. MOT expired on 31 Aug 2026.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN UP
Year / Origin
2013 · Bournemouth
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 31 Aug 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
55,608 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
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MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 31 Aug 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2013
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a highly stable maintenance profile with a consistent history of passing MOT tests without any recorded defects or advisories. The most recent test on 26 August 2025 at 55,608 miles confirms the vehicle remains in a roadworthy condition with no flagged issues regarding structural integrity, braking systems, or lighting. This clean record across the last five years indicates a consistent standard of upkeep and no recurring mechanical failures. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a 2013 model, averaging approximately 4,278 miles per year. The data shows a steady and predictable progression from 41,402 miles in August 2021 to 55,608 miles in August 2025. This low-mileage usage pattern suggests the vehicle has seen light use, which typically results in less wear on the drivetrain, suspension bushes, and braking components compared to high-mileage counterparts. While the MOT history is exceptionally clean, the low annual mileage can sometimes lead to issues related to vehicles that sit idle for extended periods. A buyer should inspect the vehicle for signs of age-related deterioration that MOT tests might not capture, specifically checking for perished rubber components such as tyre sidewalls, wiper blades, and various suspension bushings. It is also prudent to check for any signs of corrosion on the underbody or exhaust system, as these can develop even in low-use vehicles. Given the lack of recorded advisories for binding calipers or suspension wear, the mechanical history appears robust. However, a physical inspection of the brake discs for pitting and a check of the battery health would be prudent to ensure the low-use pattern has not caused any superficial or electrical degradation.
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HF63 ABU Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 26/08/2025
  • 55,608 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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HF63 ABU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Volkswagen Up (HF63 ABU) between August 2022 and August 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

HF63 ABU Mileage History

  1. 30/08/202244,711 mi
  2. 31/08/202348,706 mi+3,995 mi
  3. 28/08/202452,679 mi+3,973 mi
  4. 26/08/202555,608 mi+2,929 mi

Average of roughly 3,645 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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