2013 Volkswagen UP 1.0L Petrol · YY13 FFE
2013 Volkswagen UP (1.0L, petrol). First registered 03 May 2013. Recorded mileage 90,796 miles. MOT expired on 30 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN UP
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 90,796 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
YY13 FFE Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/07/2025
- 90,796 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
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MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
YY13 FFE Mileage History
- 06/06/202278,399 mi
- 13/06/202386,119 mi+7,720 mi
- 01/08/202487,803 mi+1,684 mi
- 28/07/202590,796 mi+2,993 mi
Average of roughly 3,944 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
YY13 FFE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Volkswagen Up (YY13 FFE) between June 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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
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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