2013 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · JB12 YEN
2013 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 13/03/2013. Recorded mileage 94,396 miles. MOT valid until 05/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2013
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 94,396 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2013
- Engine
- 999cc
JB12 YEN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/03/2026
- 94,396 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: 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.
JB12 YEN Mileage History
- 28/11/202379,000 mi
- 27/11/202486,493 mi+7,493 mi
- 27/11/202486,493 mi
- 05/03/202694,395 mi+7,902 mi
- 06/03/202694,396 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 6,782 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
JB12 YEN 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 2013 Volkswagen Up (JB12 YEN) between November 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 06 March 2026 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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