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AY62 ZLX

2012 Volkswagen Up

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

111,920 mi
Last recorded111,920 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Up44,940 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY62 ZLX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUp
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 111,920 miles

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 28 Aug 2025 111,920 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 17 Aug 2024 98,715 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 89,348 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 76,820 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2022 76,820 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 64,004 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2021 64,004 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 54,451 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 41,420 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 30,783 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 21,359 miles

unable to check rear seat belts [car full]

Pass 3 Sep 2016 16,521 miles

unable to check rear seat belts due to obstruction.

Pass 4 Sep 2015 11,385 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Up?

Based on 1,165,022 MOT tests across 126,770 vehicles.

85.1%
Pass Rate
4,276
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
126,770
On UK Roads
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AY62 ZLX is a 2012 Volkswagen Up in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Up models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 44,940 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Volkswagen Up typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Up is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY62 ZLX registered?

AY62 ZLX is a 2012 Volkswagen Up, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is AY62 ZLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY62 ZLX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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