2014 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · VW12 VUP
2014 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 31 Jul 2014. Recorded mileage 37,256 miles. MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 37,256 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VW12 VUP Key Findings
- 10 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/06/2026
- 37,256 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VW12 VUP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
10 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 Volkswagen Up (VW12 VUP) between March 2017 and June 2026.
The record contains 10 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
VW12 VUP Mileage History
- 04/03/201714,476 mi
- 23/02/201819,709 mi+5,233 mi
- 12/10/201822,520 mi+2,811 mi
- 17/09/201924,232 mi+1,712 mi
- 10/10/202024,290 mi+58 mi
- 27/08/202224,292 mi+2 mi
- 12/07/202324,324 mi+32 mi
- 20/06/202428,108 mi+3,784 mi
- 19/06/202532,595 mi+4,487 mi
- 16/06/202637,256 mi+4,661 mi
Average of roughly 2,454 miles per year across 10 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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