2014 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · PE14 ZSL
2014 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 15 Apr 2014. Recorded mileage 107,335 miles. MOT valid until 18 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 107,335 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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PE14 ZSL Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/11/2025
- 107,335 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PE14 ZSL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 Volkswagen Up (PE14 ZSL) between November 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
PE14 ZSL Mileage History
- 05/11/202297,001 mi
- 31/10/202398,245 mi+1,244 mi
- 19/11/2024102,090 mi+3,845 mi
- 17/11/2025107,335 mi+5,245 mi
Average of roughly 3,406 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volkswagen Volkswagen Up! Mk1
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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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