VOLKSWAGEN UP MOT pass rate
85.4% of 173,636 VOLKSWAGEN UP MOT tests pass.
The UP passes its MOT 85.4% of the time — well above the average across all VOLKSWAGEN models, which sits at 79.0%.
The VOLKSWAGEN UP passes its MOT 85.4% of the time — well above the national average for cars, which sits at 79.2%.
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate declines noticeably with age, from 92.9% at 0–3 years to 82.8% at 10–15 years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 92.9% | 3,663 | 17,848 miles |
| 3–6 years | 91.8% | 30,036 | 26,671 miles |
| 6–10 years | 84.7% | 77,977 | 44,533 miles |
| 10–15 years | 82.8% | 61,952 | 62,054 miles |
| 15+ years | too few tests (8) | 8 | no reading |
Common MOT failure reasons for the VOLKSWAGEN UP
The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN UP fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 37.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 37.0% | Not working |
| Brakes | 34.2% | Excessively binding |
| Tyres | 22.3% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Visibility | 17.9% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Suspension | 14.8% | Pin or bush excessively worn |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 14.6% | Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits |
| Body, chassis, structure | 8.6% | Ineffective |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 1.8% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.9% | Inscription illegible |
| Steering | 0.7% | Ball joint has excessive play |
Related VOLKSWAGEN models
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF — 80.7% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO — 74.5% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER — 74.6% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN — 86.7% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT — 76.9% pass rate
- VOLKSWAGEN CADDY — 76.6% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the VOLKSWAGEN UP?
- 85.4% of VOLKSWAGEN UP MOT tests pass, based on 173,636 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the VOLKSWAGEN UP?
- The most common reason the VOLKSWAGEN UP fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 37.0% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the VOLKSWAGEN UP's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the VOLKSWAGEN service history guide for how to check and keep one.