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BG62 VUV

2012 Volkswagen Up

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

51,008 mi
Last recorded51,008 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Up44,940 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG62 VUV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUp
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 51,008 miles

Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Nov 2025 51,008 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 49,908 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

rear axle slightly corroded

Fail 13 Nov 2024 49,882 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

rear axle slightly corroded

Pass 2 Nov 2023 48,270 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Nov 2023 48,270 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 47,583 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 46,877 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 45,794 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Nov 2020 45,794 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 44,234 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 40,409 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 36,865 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 32,471 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 32,471 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Nov 2015 26,516 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

tyre(s) showing slight deterioration inside tread

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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BG62 VUV is a 2012 Volkswagen Up in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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

How do I check the history of BG62 VUV?

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What year was BG62 VUV registered?

BG62 VUV is a 2012 Volkswagen Up, first registered on 22 November 2012.

Is BG62 VUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG62 VUV shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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