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When is the MOT due for SB18 SDZ?

The MOT for SB18 SDZ is valid and due for renewal on or before 27 April 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of SB18 SDZ?

The recorded mileage for SB18 SDZ is 44,250 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SB18 SDZ ULEZ compliant?

Yes, SB18 SDZ (VOLKSWAGEN UP) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

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2018 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · SB18 SDZ

SB18 SDZ

2018 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 28/06/2018. Recorded mileage 44,250 miles. MOT valid until 27/04/2027.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN UP
Year / Origin: 2018 · Glasgow
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 27/04/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 44,250 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 44,250 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2018
Engine: 999cc

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SB18 SDZ Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 29/04/2026
44,250 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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Reliability & Known Issues

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.

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SB18 SDZ Mileage History

03/04/202423,886 mi
03/04/202423,886 mi
08/04/202533,887 mi+10,001 mi
29/04/202644,249 mi+10,362 mi
29/04/202644,250 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 9,839 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SB18 SDZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 28 Sept 2026, 22:29

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Volkswagen Up (SB18 SDZ) between April 2024 and April 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 29 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”; “Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))”.

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