2012 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · UP02 BVR
2012 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 30/10/2012. Recorded mileage 55,946 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2012
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 55,946 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.
UP02 BVR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/07/2025
- 55,946 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.
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UP02 BVR Mileage History
- 22/10/202244,584 mi
- 25/07/202345,445 mi+861 mi
- 27/07/202345,452 mi+7 mi
- 04/07/202449,719 mi+4,267 mi
- 03/07/202555,946 mi+6,227 mi
Average of roughly 4,213 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
UP02 BVR 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 (UP02 BVR) between October 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 03 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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