2018 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · HT18 XMU
2018 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 07/08/2018. Recorded mileage 32,207 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Portsmouth
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/08/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 32,207 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
- 999cc
HT18 XMU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/07/2025
- 32,207 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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HT18 XMU Mileage History
- 27/07/202324,605 mi
- 17/07/202427,546 mi+2,941 mi
- 18/07/202427,547 mi+1 mi
- 21/07/202532,207 mi+4,660 mi
- 21/07/202532,207 mi
Average of roughly 3,830 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
HT18 XMU 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 2018 Volkswagen Up (HT18 XMU) between July 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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