2016 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · HT16 FUP
2016 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2016. Recorded mileage 63,965 miles. MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 63,965 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
HT16 FUP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/07/2026
- 63,965 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
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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.
HT16 FUP Mileage History
- 25/07/202241,182 mi
- 17/07/202346,424 mi+5,242 mi
- 19/07/202451,977 mi+5,553 mi
- 22/07/202558,057 mi+6,080 mi
- 25/07/202663,965 mi+5,908 mi
Average of roughly 5,697 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
HT16 FUP 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 2016 Volkswagen Up (HT16 FUP) between July 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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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