2014 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · WN14 HHT
2014 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Apr 2014. Recorded mileage 83,685 miles. MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 83,685 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WN14 HHT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/01/2026
- 83,685 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WN14 HHT 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 2014 Volkswagen Up (WN14 HHT) between January 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 January 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: Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Bodywork (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: “Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced o/s outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))”.
WN14 HHT Mileage History
- 18/01/202361,001 mi
- 19/01/202468,791 mi+7,790 mi
- 17/01/202576,522 mi+7,731 mi
- 19/01/202683,683 mi+7,161 mi
- 20/01/202683,685 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 7,544 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: 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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