2016 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · SM16 RPU
2016 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01/06/2016. Recorded mileage 79,164 miles. MOT valid until 17/06/2027. Taxed until 01/06/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17/06/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/06/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 79,164 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 999cc
SM16 RPU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/06/2026
- 79,164 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Digital Service History
Access verified franchised dealer maintenance records for SM16RPU.
Unlock Manufacturer Digital Service Records
Check franchised dealer maintenance history for SM16RPU. Our direct integration verifies routine service events, workshop operations, recorded mileage, and technician logs.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
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.
SM16 RPU Mileage History
- 24/05/202356,636 mi
- 06/06/202466,058 mi+9,422 mi
- 10/06/202571,962 mi+5,904 mi
- 10/06/202679,164 mi+7,202 mi
- 10/06/202679,164 mi
Average of roughly 7,391 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SM16 RPU 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 (SM16 RPU) between May 2023 and June 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 June 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: Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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 likely to become detached Bush popped out (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
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.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (SM16 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as SM16RPU.
MINI
COUNTRYMAN
AUDI
A1
VAUXHALL
VIVARO
VAUXHALL
VIVARO
VAUXHALL
VIVARO
VAUXHALL
VIVARO
VAUXHALL
VIVARO
VAUXHALL
VIVARO
MERCEDES-BENZ
A-CLASS
LAND ROVER
DISCOVERY SPORT
MERCEDES-BENZ
CLA
CITROEN
C3