2018 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · JA55 YHA
2018 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 11 Sept 2018. Recorded mileage 38,914 miles. MOT expired on 28 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2018
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 28 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 38,914 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
JA55 YHA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/09/2025
- 38,914 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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.
JA55 YHA Mileage History
- 08/09/202222,052 mi
- 07/09/202329,600 mi+7,548 mi
- 30/09/202329,658 mi+58 mi
- 14/09/202434,635 mi+4,977 mi
- 10/09/202538,914 mi+4,279 mi
Average of roughly 5,610 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
JA55 YHA MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Volkswagen Up (JA55 YHA) between September 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear fog lamp not working L.E.D unit (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”.
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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