2012 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · OV12 VAA
2012 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01/05/2012. Recorded mileage 117,382 miles. MOT valid until 28/11/2026. Taxed until 01/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Oxford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/11/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/11/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 117,382 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 999cc
OV12 VAA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/10/2025
- 117,382 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
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.
OV12 VAA Mileage History
- 16/11/2022106,238 mi
- 23/11/2023109,104 mi+2,866 mi
- 15/11/2024111,670 mi+2,566 mi
- 30/10/2025117,382 mi+5,712 mi
- 30/10/2025117,382 mi
Average of roughly 3,773 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
OV12 VAA 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 (OV12 VAA) between November 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 30 October 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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