2017 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · LG67 PLX
2017 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 23 Sept 2017. Recorded mileage 179,247 miles. MOT expired on 08 Nov 2025.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Nov 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 179,247 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LG67 PLX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/11/2024
- 179,247 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LG67 PLX 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 2017 Volkswagen Up (LG67 PLX) between May 2022 and November 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 November 2024 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: Tyres (8 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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: “Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
LG67 PLX Mileage History
- 10/05/202277,782 mi
- 09/11/2023136,025 mi+58,243 mi
- 09/11/2023136,025 mi
- 09/11/2024179,247 mi+43,222 mi
- 09/11/2024179,247 mi
Average of roughly 40,544 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volkswagen Volkswagen Up! Mk1
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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Common Problems: VOLKSWAGEN UP
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- 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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