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2016 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · JC14 APR

JC14 APR

2016 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 16/07/2016. Recorded mileage 88,540 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/11/2026.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN UP
Year / Origin
2016
MOT Status
Valid until 26/07/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/11/2026)
Recorded Mileage
88,540 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 26/07/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/11/2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle currently maintains a roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend over the last three years. The most recent test conducted on 28 July 2025 at 88,540 miles resulted in a clean pass following an initial failure recorded on the same day. This pattern suggests that the owner is proactive in rectifying immediate faults to ensure compliance, as the record shows no recurring advisories or persistent defects across the last three passing tests. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 8,854 miles per year. Between the August 2023 test at 86,146 miles and the July 2024 test at 87,274 miles, the car covered 1,128 miles, followed by another 1,266 miles leading into the July 2025 test. This low annual mileage indicates short-distance driving, which can sometimes lead to mechanical issues associated with long periods of standing or engine and drivetrain components. While the history is clean of structural corrosion issues, the failures recorded on the days preceding the 2024 and 2025 tests indicate that minor mechanical or emission-related faults required immediate attention. A buyer should perform a physical inspection of the suspension bushes and brake components, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from rubber degradation and surface rust despite age. Checking the state of the brake discs and calipers is also advisable to ensure that the low usage pattern has not resulted in uneven wear or seized components.

JC14 APR Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 28/07/2025
  • 88,540 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
53
/ 100 · Below Average
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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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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JC14 APR Mileage History

  1. 30/08/202386,146 mi
  2. 25/07/202487,274 mi+1,128 mi
  3. 26/07/202487,274 mi
  4. 28/07/202588,540 mi+1,266 mi
  5. 28/07/202588,540 mi

Average of roughly 1,252 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

JC14 APR MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 3 Jul 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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 (JC14 APR) between August 2023 and July 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 28 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 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 Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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