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DF12 UKC

2012 Volkswagen Up

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

69,471 mi
Last recorded69,471 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Up44,940 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 UKC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUp
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 69,471 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2025 61,601 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2025 61,597 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2024 54,058 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 52,378 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2023 52,378 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2022 50,396 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 48,282 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 46,147 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 42,899 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 36,470 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 29,339 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 23,217 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 17,709 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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DF12 UKC is a 2012 Volkswagen Up in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DF12 UKC?

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What year was DF12 UKC registered?

DF12 UKC is a 2012 Volkswagen Up, first registered on 3 August 2012.

Is DF12 UKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF12 UKC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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