2018 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · SM67 UXR
2018 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Feb 2018. Recorded mileage 39,180 miles. MOT valid until 31 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 39,180 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
SM67 UXR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/01/2026
- 39,180 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: 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.
SM67 UXR Mileage History
- 08/01/202427,248 mi
- 08/01/202532,829 mi+5,581 mi
- 08/01/202532,829 mi
- 13/01/202639,180 mi+6,351 mi
- 13/01/202639,180 mi
Average of roughly 5,920 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SM67 UXR MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Volkswagen Up (SM67 UXR) between January 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 January 2026 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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