2012 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · SH12 WBZ
2012 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 17/05/2012. Recorded mileage 18,637 miles. MOT valid until 16/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 18,637 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 999cc
SH12 WBZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/02/2026
- 18,637 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.
SH12 WBZ Mileage History
- 13/09/202214,053 mi
- 15/09/202314,803 mi+750 mi
- 31/12/202416,337 mi+1,534 mi
- 17/02/202618,637 mi+2,300 mi
- 17/02/202618,637 mi
Average of roughly 1,336 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SH12 WBZ 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 2012 Volkswagen Up (SH12 WBZ) between September 2022 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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