2015 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · WH15 DFE
2015 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 2015. Recorded mileage 73,051 miles. MOT expired on 24 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (27 Aug 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 73,051 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WH15 DFE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/08/2025
- 73,051 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
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WH15 DFE MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Volkswagen Up (WH15 DFE) between August 2023 and August 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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: “Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))”; “Brake performance unable to be tested Due to rear tyre valve stems leaking pressure (1.2.1 (g))”; “Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))”.
WH15 DFE Mileage History
- 16/08/202353,843 mi
- 16/08/202353,843 mi
- 19/08/202462,476 mi+8,633 mi
- 05/08/202573,047 mi+10,571 mi
- 07/08/202573,051 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 9,718 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Volkswagen Volkswagen Up! Mk1
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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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