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BK12 VZP

2012 Volkswagen Up

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 May 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,933 mi
Last recorded78,933 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Up44,940 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 VZP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUp
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2026 78,933 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 May 2025 74,606 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 24 Apr 2024 69,423 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 65,832 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 61,588 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 53,195 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 49,185 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 43,603 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder ()

Pass 8 Aug 2018 38,695 miles

both rear tyres perishing

nail in nsf tyre

Pass 18 Aug 2017 34,710 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 26,399 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 18,216 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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BK12 VZP is a 2012 Volkswagen Up in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BK12 VZP?

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What year was BK12 VZP registered?

BK12 VZP is a 2012 Volkswagen Up, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is BK12 VZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK12 VZP shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK12 VZP have outstanding finance?

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