2016 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · SM66 GZX
2016 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 20 Dec 2016. Recorded mileage 49,123 miles. MOT expired on 20 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 20 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 49,123 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
SM66 GZX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/07/2025
- 49,123 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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.
SM66 GZX Mileage History
- 05/07/202338,659 mi
- 05/07/202338,659 mi
- 16/07/202443,555 mi+4,896 mi
- 16/07/202443,555 mi
- 15/07/202549,123 mi+5,568 mi
Average of roughly 5,158 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SM66 GZX MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Volkswagen Up (SM66 GZX) between July 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 15 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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- ASG Automated Gearbox IssuesModerate
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 / MisfireModerate
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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