2013 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · MW62 SZF
2013 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 14 Feb 2013. Recorded mileage 49,863 miles. MOT valid until 17 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 49,863 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MW62 SZF Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/02/2026
- 49,863 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MW62 SZF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
12 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Volkswagen Up (MW62 SZF) between January 2016 and February 2026.
The record contains 11 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 18 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
MW62 SZF Mileage History
- 27/01/201620,478 mi
- 06/02/201722,336 mi+1,858 mi
- 31/01/201824,680 mi+2,344 mi
- 01/02/20192,559 mi-22,121 mi
- 05/02/201925,599 mi+23,040 mi
- 06/02/202026,488 mi+889 mi
- 11/02/202126,766 mi+278 mi
- 20/01/202227,223 mi+457 mi
- 14/02/202327,615 mi+392 mi
- 09/02/202433,707 mi+6,092 mi
- 11/02/202542,516 mi+8,809 mi
- 18/02/202649,863 mi+7,347 mi
Average of roughly 2,920 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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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