2016 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · NG16 KZC
2016 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 26 Jul 2016. Recorded mileage 59,589 miles. MOT expired on 30 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 59,589 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
NG16 KZC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/07/2025
- 59,589 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: Below Average
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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.
NG16 KZC Mileage History
- 08/07/202246,826 mi
- 19/07/202352,960 mi+6,134 mi
- 19/07/202352,960 mi
- 25/07/202457,125 mi+4,165 mi
- 31/07/202559,589 mi+2,464 mi
Average of roughly 4,167 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
NG16 KZC MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Volkswagen Up (NG16 KZC) between July 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 31 July 2025 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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