2016 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · YH65 FXR
2016 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 28 Jan 2016. Recorded mileage 22,075 miles. MOT valid until 31 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 22,075 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
YH65 FXR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/01/2026
- 22,075 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Digital Service History
Access verified franchised dealer maintenance records for YH65FXR.
Unlock Manufacturer Digital Service Records
Check franchised dealer maintenance history for YH65FXR. Our direct integration verifies routine service events, workshop operations, recorded mileage, and technician logs.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
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.
YH65 FXR Mileage History
- 21/01/202215,816 mi
- 19/01/202318,555 mi+2,739 mi
- 01/02/202420,019 mi+1,464 mi
- 22/01/202521,074 mi+1,055 mi
- 19/01/202622,075 mi+1,001 mi
Average of roughly 1,567 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YH65 FXR 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 (YH65 FXR) between January 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (YH65 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as YH65FXR.
LAND ROVER
RANGE ROVER
LAND ROVER
DISCOVERY
LAND ROVER
RANGE ROVER EVOQUE
LAND ROVER
RANGE ROVER SPORT
LAND ROVER
DISCOVERY SPORT
LAND ROVER
RANGE ROVER EVOQUE
TOYOTA
AURIS
TOYOTA
AYGO
TOYOTA
YARIS
TOYOTA
AURIS
TOYOTA
YARIS
TOYOTA
YARIS
VOLKSWAGEN UP Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2016 model year cars.
- 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.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.