2016 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · PL65 VDJ
2016 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 31/01/2016. Recorded mileage 44,103 miles. MOT valid until 16/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 44,103 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 999cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
PL65 VDJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/03/2026
- 44,103 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.
PL65 VDJ Mileage History
- 06/12/202227,684 mi
- 17/04/202327,706 mi+22 mi
- 08/04/202431,018 mi+3,312 mi
- 10/04/202538,041 mi+7,023 mi
- 31/03/202644,103 mi+6,062 mi
Average of roughly 4,951 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
PL65 VDJ 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 2016 Volkswagen Up (PL65 VDJ) between December 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 31 March 2026 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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