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BN62 PXK

2012 Volkswagen Up

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

84,809 mi
Last recorded84,809 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Up44,940 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN62 PXK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUp
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 84,809 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2025 84,809 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2024 78,462 miles

Nearside rear tyre is worn low (3mm).

Pass 15 Sep 2023 72,111 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 65,674 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2022 65,674 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2021 59,665 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 53,094 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 47,189 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2019 47,189 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 40,846 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 32,894 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 32,894 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 24,755 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 18,130 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2015 18,130 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both (1.8)

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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BN62 PXK 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 BN62 PXK?

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What year was BN62 PXK registered?

BN62 PXK is a 2012 Volkswagen Up, first registered on 12 October 2012.

Is BN62 PXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN62 PXK 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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