2017 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · MV17 WFP
2017 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2017. Recorded mileage 15,577 miles. MOT valid until 01 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 15,577 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
MV17 WFP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/02/2026
- 15,577 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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.
MV17 WFP Mileage History
- 17/02/20222,312 mi
- 13/02/20232,824 mi+512 mi
- 29/02/20245,061 mi+2,237 mi
- 24/02/202510,449 mi+5,388 mi
- 09/02/202615,577 mi+5,128 mi
Average of roughly 3,335 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MV17 WFP 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 2017 Volkswagen Up (MV17 WFP) between February 2022 and February 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 14 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 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.
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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