2018 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · MA18 VCT
2018 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 28/03/2018. Recorded mileage 17,287 miles. MOT valid until 27/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Manchester & Merseyside
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 17,287 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
- 999cc
MA18 VCT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/03/2026
- 17,287 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.
MA18 VCT Mileage History
- 27/02/202310,290 mi
- 28/02/202310,290 mi
- 27/03/202412,651 mi+2,361 mi
- 27/03/202514,695 mi+2,044 mi
- 02/03/202617,287 mi+2,592 mi
Average of roughly 2,325 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MA18 VCT 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 (MA18 VCT) between February 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 March 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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