2012 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · MB56 LAY
2012 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 07/09/2012. Recorded mileage 75,470 miles. MOT valid until 12/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Manchester & Merseyside
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 75,470 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 999cc
MB56 LAY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/02/2026
- 75,470 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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.
MB56 LAY Mileage History
- 13/02/202469,946 mi
- 08/01/202571,929 mi+1,983 mi
- 16/01/202571,929 mi
- 28/01/202675,226 mi+3,297 mi
- 05/02/202675,470 mi+244 mi
Average of roughly 2,792 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MB56 LAY 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 2012 Volkswagen Up (MB56 LAY) between February 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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