2018 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · V12 UPP
2018 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 24 Sept 2018. Recorded mileage 60,762 miles. MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 60,762 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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V12 UPP Key Findings
- 7 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/09/2026
- 60,762 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
V12 UPP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
7 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Volkswagen Up (V12 UPP) between September 2021 and September 2026.
The record contains 6 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))”; “Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”.
V12 UPP Mileage History
- 10/09/202116,354 mi
- 02/09/202223,464 mi+7,110 mi
- 20/09/202333,718 mi+10,254 mi
- 20/09/202443,629 mi+9,911 mi
- 22/09/202552,482 mi+8,853 mi
- 22/09/202660,761 mi+8,279 mi
- 22/09/202660,762 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 8,824 miles per year across 7 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volkswagen Volkswagen Up! Mk1
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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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