2012 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · SP12 FSF
2012 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 30/04/2012. Recorded mileage 104,470 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Dundee
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08/08/2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 104,470 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 999cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
SP12 FSF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 08/08/2024
- 104,470 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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SP12 FSF Mileage History
- 13/06/202284,847 mi
- 17/06/202285,001 mi+154 mi
- 17/07/202397,133 mi+12,132 mi
- 09/08/202397,138 mi+5 mi
- 08/08/2024104,470 mi+7,332 mi
Average of roughly 9,109 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SP12 FSF 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 (SP12 FSF) between June 2022 and August 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 08 August 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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