2012 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · OY12 LCL
2012 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 03/04/2012. Recorded mileage 73,204 miles. MOT valid until 12/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Oxford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 73,204 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 999cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
OY12 LCL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/03/2026
- 73,204 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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OY12 LCL Mileage History
- 23/01/202466,161 mi
- 22/01/202568,081 mi+1,920 mi
- 22/01/202568,081 mi
- 13/03/202673,205 mi+5,124 mi
- 13/03/202673,204 mi-1 mi
Average of roughly 3,299 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
OY12 LCL 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 (OY12 LCL) between January 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 March 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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