2016 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · WD16 SPU
2016 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 21/07/2016. Recorded mileage 50,884 miles. MOT valid until 24/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Exeter
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 50,884 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- 999cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
WD16 SPU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/11/2025
- 50,884 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.
WD16 SPU Mileage History
- 05/11/202237,469 mi
- 06/11/202341,943 mi+4,474 mi
- 06/11/202446,514 mi+4,571 mi
- 06/11/202446,514 mi
- 11/11/202550,884 mi+4,370 mi
Average of roughly 4,447 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WD16 SPU 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 2016 Volkswagen Up (WD16 SPU) between November 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 11 November 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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