2013 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · UP13 ALF
2013 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 30/10/2013. Recorded mileage 47,279 miles. MOT valid until 18/09/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2013
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/09/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 47,279 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2013
- Engine
- 999cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
UP13 ALF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/09/2025
- 47,279 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: Good
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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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.
UP13 ALF Mileage History
- 15/09/202240,306 mi
- 16/09/202240,306 mi
- 19/09/202341,450 mi+1,144 mi
- 28/08/202443,269 mi+1,819 mi
- 12/09/202547,279 mi+4,010 mi
Average of roughly 2,330 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
UP13 ALF 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 (UP13 ALF) between September 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 September 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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