2016 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · KD16 PXH
2016 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 25 Jul 2016. Recorded mileage 17,723 miles. MOT valid until 13 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 17,723 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KD16 PXH Key Findings
- 8 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/12/2025
- 17,723 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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KD16 PXH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
8 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Volkswagen Up (KD16 PXH) between July 2019 and December 2025.
The record contains 7 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 December 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: Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
KD16 PXH Mileage History
- 24/07/201911,725 mi
- 14/12/202013,980 mi+2,255 mi
- 22/11/202114,836 mi+856 mi
- 22/11/202114,836 mi
- 05/12/202215,711 mi+875 mi
- 04/12/202316,426 mi+715 mi
- 09/12/202417,116 mi+690 mi
- 10/12/202517,723 mi+607 mi
Average of roughly 940 miles per year across 8 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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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