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VX62 BFP

2012 Volkswagen Up

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,145 mi
Last recorded125,145 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Up44,940 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX62 BFP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUp
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 125,145 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Aug 2026 125,143 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Aug 2025 111,926 miles

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

Offside front DRL not working

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 106,402 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 102,246 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2022 98,175 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2022 98,175 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 92,626 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 91,005 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 91,005 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 85,787 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 80,742 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 70,170 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 70,170 miles

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

rear brake binding Both (3.7.B.1)

Exhaust heat shield loose.

Pass 24 Aug 2016 55,419 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 38,809 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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VX62 BFP is a 2012 Volkswagen Up in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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

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What year was VX62 BFP registered?

VX62 BFP is a 2012 Volkswagen Up, first registered on 1 September 2012.

Is VX62 BFP safe to buy?

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