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WD12 UCP

2012 Volkswagen Up

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

135,727 mi
Last recorded135,727 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Up44,940 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD12 UCP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUp
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 135,727 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 121,633 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2023 110,958 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 103,517 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2022 103,517 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2021 95,457 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2021 95,457 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 82,620 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 82,620 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2019 62,819 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 52,287 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 38,543 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 33,836 miles

cut in outer sidewall nsr tyre

Pass 23 Apr 2015 31,657 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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WD12 UCP is a 2012 Volkswagen Up in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 WD12 UCP?

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What year was WD12 UCP registered?

WD12 UCP is a 2012 Volkswagen Up, first registered on 23 April 2012.

Is WD12 UCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for WD12 UCP shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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