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2017 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · RF17 DFV

RF17 DFV

2017 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 30 Jun 2017. Recorded mileage 33,898 miles. MOT expired on 23 Jun 2026.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN UP
Year / Origin
2017 · Reading
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 23 Jun 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
33,898 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
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MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 23 Jun 2026
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2017
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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A consistent record of roadworthiness defines this vehicle, with a complete absence of defects or advisories across several years of testing. This stable trend is confirmed by the latest pass on 19 June 2025, indicating a car that has maintained its mechanical integrity without the typical wear-and-tear failures often seen in city cars of this vintage. The recorded mileage of 33,898 miles is significantly below the national average for a nine year old vehicle, averaging roughly 3,766 miles per annum. Such low annual accumulation suggests the drivetrain, clutch, and suspension components have been subjected to minimal mechanical stress, though it also implies the vehicle has spent considerable time stationary between journeys. Given the clean MOT history, the test drive should focus on verifying that the mechanical condition matches the documentation. Pay close attention to the smoothness of the gear transitions and the absence of any unusual vibrations through the steering wheel or pedal box, which would contradict the lack of recorded suspension or drivetrain defects. Ensure the braking system feels consistent and free from judder or pulling to one side, confirming the absence of binding calipers or warped discs that might not have been flagged during the static MOT test. A thorough check for any knocks or rattles over uneven road surfaces will further validate the reported integrity of the suspension bushes and linkages.
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RF17 DFV Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 19/06/2025
  • 33,898 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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RF17 DFV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

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 2017 Volkswagen Up (RF17 DFV) between June 2022 and June 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 19 June 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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RF17 DFV Mileage History

  1. 15/06/202218,096 mi
  2. 07/06/202323,569 mi+5,473 mi
  3. 13/06/202428,936 mi+5,367 mi
  4. 19/06/202533,898 mi+4,962 mi
  5. 19/06/202533,898 mi

Average of roughly 5,247 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
58
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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