2016 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · YD66 OHS
2016 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2016. Recorded mileage 66,079 miles. MOT expired on 06 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 66,079 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
YD66 OHS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/09/2025
- 66,079 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: Below Average
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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.
YD66 OHS Mileage History
- 04/09/202347,796 mi
- 05/09/202460,258 mi+12,462 mi
- 05/09/202460,258 mi
- 04/09/202566,079 mi+5,821 mi
- 05/09/202566,079 mi
Average of roughly 9,124 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YD66 OHS MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Volkswagen Up (YD66 OHS) between September 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 September 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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- 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
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