2012 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · KS12 XVH
2012 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2012. Recorded mileage 44,607 miles. MOT expired on 23 Aug 2026. Taxed until 01 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 23 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 44,607 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KS12 XVH Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/07/2025
- 44,607 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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KS12 XVH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volkswagen Up (KS12 XVH) between August 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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.
KS12 XVH Mileage History
- 17/08/202233,598 mi
- 21/08/202337,052 mi+3,454 mi
- 09/08/202438,662 mi+1,610 mi
- 26/07/202544,607 mi+5,945 mi
Average of roughly 3,744 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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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