2016 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · YA16 YHS
2016 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 31/05/2016. Recorded mileage 22,831 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Leeds
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05/07/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 22,831 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.
YA16 YHS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/06/2025
- 22,831 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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YA16 YHS Mileage History
- 01/07/202214,051 mi
- 30/06/202317,210 mi+3,159 mi
- 30/06/202317,210 mi
- 02/07/202420,288 mi+3,078 mi
- 30/06/202522,831 mi+2,543 mi
Average of roughly 2,929 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YA16 YHS 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 (YA16 YHS) between July 2022 and June 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 30 June 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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