2017 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · LO66 RPU
2017 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 17 Feb 2017. Recorded mileage 78,070 miles. MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 78,070 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
LO66 RPU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/02/2026
- 78,070 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Known faults for Volkswagen Volkswagen Up! Mk1
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
LO66 RPU Mileage History
- 11/02/202354,147 mi
- 13/02/202460,910 mi+6,763 mi
- 06/02/202568,352 mi+7,442 mi
- 06/02/202568,352 mi
- 12/02/202678,070 mi+9,718 mi
Average of roughly 7,966 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LO66 RPU MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Volkswagen Up (LO66 RPU) between February 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
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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