2013 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · TJ04 AJO
2013 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 28 Mar 2013. Recorded mileage 29,449 miles. MOT valid until 05 Sept 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2013
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 29,449 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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TJ04 AJO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/09/2026
- 29,449 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
TJ04 AJO 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 2013 Volkswagen Up (TJ04 AJO) between August 2022 and September 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (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.
TJ04 AJO Mileage History
- 31/08/202221,248 mi
- 07/09/202324,067 mi+2,819 mi
- 15/08/202425,748 mi+1,681 mi
- 07/08/202527,203 mi+1,455 mi
- 04/09/202629,449 mi+2,246 mi
Average of roughly 2,045 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volkswagen Volkswagen Up! Mk1
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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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