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YE62 UYC

2012 Volkswagen Up

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,487 mi
Last recorded69,487 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Up44,940 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE62 UYC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelUp
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 69,487 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2026 69,487 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2025 60,743 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 53,920 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2024 53,901 miles

Nearside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Offside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2023 50,096 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Nov 2022 49,679 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective FUEL CAP SEAL (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 46,084 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 42,939 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2020 36,321 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2020 36,321 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Front Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 28,531 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 23,004 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 18,013 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 16,325 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 16,068 miles

child fitted not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt

engine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

nearside rear tyre has cracks in inner and outer sidewall

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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YE62 UYC 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 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

How do I check the history of YE62 UYC?

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What year was YE62 UYC registered?

YE62 UYC is a 2012 Volkswagen Up, first registered on 22 November 2012.

Is YE62 UYC safe to buy?

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