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Volkswagen UP

White · Petrol · 2012 · 999 cc

L3 WUPMOT history

L3 WUP is a white petrol Volkswagen UP first used on 20 Dec 2012. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 67,642 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Mar 2026.

L3 WUP white Volkswagen UP – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen UP, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
67,642 mi
At MOT on 28 Mar 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,490 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 WUP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
UP
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Dec 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 WUP was last recorded at 67,642 miles on 28 Mar 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,640 miles · 26 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,490 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,642 miles
  • 2024 – 65,110 miles
  • 2023 – 62,320 miles
  • 2022 – 57,487 miles
  • 2021 – 57,158 miles
  • 2019 – 54,914 miles
  • 2018 – 47,427 miles
  • 2017 – 42,036 miles
  • 2016 – 22,578 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,642 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Rear wheel bearing has slight play both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

13 tests since 14 Mar 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,642 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    67,642 miles
    Test number
    218762205654
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail67,640 miles (+2,530)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,640 miles
    Test number
    810649935142
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension bellows damaged or deteriorated and function affected air bag insecure (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass65,110 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    65,110 miles
    Test number
    708914900279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail65,101 miles (+2,781)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,101 miles
    Test number
    152094326099
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has little reserve travel

  5. Pass62,320 miles (+4,833)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    62,320 miles
    Test number
    683703852972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass57,487 miles (+329)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    57,487 miles
    Test number
    553969063309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass57,158 miles (+2,244)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    57,158 miles
    Test number
    234643484143
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass54,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    54,914 miles
    Test number
    693331992915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail54,913 miles (+7,486)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,913 miles
    Test number
    215063234282
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass47,427 miles (+5,391)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    47,427 miles
    Test number
    422312914938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass42,036 miles (+19,458)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    42,036 miles
    Test number
    933805550974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass22,578 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    22,578 miles
    Test number
    650226861675
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

  13. Fail22,577 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,577 miles
    Test number
    804456832369
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

Questions about L3 WUP

Does L3 WUP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 WUP is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 WUP?
The MOT on L3 WUP is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 WUP done?
L3 WUP was recorded at 67,642 miles at its MOT on 28 Mar 2026, an average of 4,490 miles a year.
Has L3 WUP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 WUP has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L3 WUP ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L3 WUP find?
L3 WUP passed its latest MOT on 28 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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