2018 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · LIG 5000
2018 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 27 Sept 2018. Recorded mileage 9,712 miles. MOT expired on 09 Oct 2026. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 09 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 9,712 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LIG 5000 Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/10/2025
- 9,712 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
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LIG 5000 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 2018 Volkswagen Up (LIG 5000) between October 2021 and October 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues). 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.
LIG 5000 Mileage History
- 07/10/20211,030 mi
- 21/09/20222,922 mi+1,892 mi
- 11/10/20235,474 mi+2,552 mi
- 07/10/20247,176 mi+1,702 mi
- 07/10/20259,712 mi+2,536 mi
Average of roughly 2,171 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: 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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