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BU71 ZGN

2021 Volkswagen Up Black Edition

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,097 mi
Last recorded21,097 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2021 Volkswagen Up Black Edition15,310 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU71 ZGN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUp Black Edition
Year2021
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 21,097 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2026

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) missing (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Apr 2025 16,500 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Up Black Edition?

Based on 3,858 MOT tests across 1,633 vehicles.

91.1%
Pass Rate
3,751
Miles/Year
1,633
On UK Roads
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BU71 ZGN is a 2021 Volkswagen Up Black Edition in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2021 Volkswagen Up Black Edition models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 15,310 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU71 ZGN?

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What year was BU71 ZGN registered?

BU71 ZGN is a 2021 Volkswagen Up Black Edition, first registered on 29 September 2021.

Is BU71 ZGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU71 ZGN shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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