2018 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · WR68 WHS
2018 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 31/10/2018. Recorded mileage 52,693 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Bristol
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 52,693 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
- 999cc
WR68 WHS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/07/2025
- 52,693 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: Below Average
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.
WR68 WHS Mileage History
- 29/07/202224,057 mi
- 27/07/202330,853 mi+6,796 mi
- 28/07/202330,853 mi
- 23/07/202442,330 mi+11,477 mi
- 23/07/202552,693 mi+10,363 mi
Average of roughly 9,597 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
WR68 WHS 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 2018 Volkswagen Up (WR68 WHS) between July 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 July 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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