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2016 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · LJ66 UFW

LJ66 UFW

2016 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 02 Sept 2016. Recorded mileage 47,391 miles. MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN UP
Year / Origin
2016 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 19 Oct 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
47,391 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
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Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 19 Oct 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
999cc
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LJ66 UFW Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 17/10/2026
  • 47,391 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (11 mentions)

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LJ66 UFW MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 23 Oct 2026, 00:20
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 (LJ66 UFW) between September 2022 and October 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 28 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (11 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Suspension (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 28 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.

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LJ66 UFW Mileage History

  1. 01/09/202223,021 mi
  2. 07/09/202328,520 mi+5,499 mi
  3. 21/10/202436,867 mi+8,347 mi
  4. 27/09/202542,912 mi+6,045 mi
  5. 17/10/202647,391 mi+4,479 mi

Average of roughly 5,908 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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2016 Common Problems
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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