2017 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · SA17 WTY
2017 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 23/03/2017. Recorded mileage 69,868 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 69,868 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2017
- Engine
- 999cc
SA17 WTY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/07/2025
- 69,868 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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.
SA17 WTY Mileage History
- 19/02/202458,904 mi
- 27/01/202566,535 mi+7,631 mi
- 28/01/202566,543 mi+8 mi
- 08/07/202569,868 mi+3,325 mi
- 09/07/202569,868 mi
Average of roughly 7,915 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SA17 WTY 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 2017 Volkswagen Up (SA17 WTY) between February 2024 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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