2018 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · R77 WBE
2018 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 06 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 51,414 miles. MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 51,414 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
R77 WBE Key Findings
- 6 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/09/2026
- 51,414 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
R77 WBE Mileage History
- 15/02/20215,228 mi
- 20/08/20229,482 mi+4,254 mi
- 12/09/202313,170 mi+3,688 mi
- 09/09/202427,875 mi+14,705 mi
- 29/09/202544,762 mi+16,887 mi
- 07/09/202651,414 mi+6,652 mi
Average of roughly 8,310 miles per year across 6 recorded odometer readings.
R77 WBE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
6 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Volkswagen Up (R77 WBE) between February 2021 and September 2026.
The record contains 6 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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.
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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