2018 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · YA18 GFY
2018 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 11/06/2018. Recorded mileage 70,230 miles. MOT valid until 09/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Leeds
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 70,230 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
- 999cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
YA18 GFY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/11/2025
- 70,230 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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YA18 GFY Mileage History
- 14/02/202345,122 mi
- 05/08/202457,117 mi+11,995 mi
- 06/08/202457,123 mi+6 mi
- 06/11/202570,229 mi+13,106 mi
- 10/11/202570,230 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 9,170 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YA18 GFY 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 (YA18 GFY) between February 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures 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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