2014 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · HT14 FCF
2014 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 2014. Recorded mileage 37,174 miles. MOT valid until 07 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 37,174 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
HT14 FCF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/08/2026
- 37,174 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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.
HT14 FCF Mileage History
- 27/07/202236,249 mi
- 26/07/202336,682 mi+433 mi
- 24/07/202436,899 mi+217 mi
- 30/07/202536,979 mi+80 mi
- 05/08/202637,174 mi+195 mi
Average of roughly 230 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
HT14 FCF 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 2014 Volkswagen Up (HT14 FCF) between July 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 11 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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.
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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