2016 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · SA16 URN
2016 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 13/04/2016. Recorded mileage 66,253 miles. MOT valid until 24/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 66,253 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 999cc
SA16 URN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/03/2026
- 66,253 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.
SA16 URN Mileage History
- 11/08/202251,665 mi
- 25/03/202459,290 mi+7,625 mi
- 25/03/202459,290 mi
- 18/03/202561,835 mi+2,545 mi
- 24/03/202666,253 mi+4,418 mi
Average of roughly 4,033 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SA16 URN 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 (SA16 URN) between August 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 24 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
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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