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Volkswagen UP

Red · Petrol · 2014 · 999 cc

V23 MDRMOT history

V23 MDR is a red petrol Volkswagen UP first used on 7 Mar 2014. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 69,163 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

V23 MDR red Volkswagen UP – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
69,163 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,881 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V23 MDR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
UP
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
7 Mar 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V23 MDR was last recorded at 69,163 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,163 miles · 16 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,881 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,163 miles
  • 2025 – 69,152 miles
  • 2024 – 61,848 miles
  • 2023 – 52,948 miles
  • 2022 – 45,283 miles
  • 2021 – 35,564 miles
  • 2020 – 26,530 miles
  • 2019 – 20,865 miles
  • 2018 – 14,717 miles
  • 2017 – 7,429 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,163 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

13 tests since 27 Feb 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    69,163 miles
    Test number
    715703252431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail69,163 miles (+11)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,163 miles
    Test number
    289557496245
    • DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  3. Fail69,152 miles (+7,304)2 dangerous4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,152 miles
    Test number
    628576310653
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view area of scratches from defective wiper blade (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front disc back plate deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front disc backplate deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass61,848 miles (+8,900)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    61,848 miles
    Test number
    205775405881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass52,948 miles (+7,665)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    52,948 miles
    Test number
    918195157925
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  6. Pass45,283 miles (+9,719)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    45,283 miles
    Test number
    221310744910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass35,564 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    35,564 miles
    Test number
    365419505134
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  8. Fail35,564 miles (+9,034)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,564 miles
    Test number
    877387589749
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Torn/Smearing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Torn/Smearing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass26,530 miles (+5,665)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    26,530 miles
    Test number
    344047478049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass20,865 miles (+6,148)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    20,865 miles
    Test number
    865744215495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass14,717 miles (+2,537)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    14,717 miles
    Test number
    466730912028
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Light scratches on nearside of screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth Daytime Running Lights (DRL) inoperative
  12. Pass12,180 miles (+4,751)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    12,180 miles
    Test number
    436608718926
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre 165/70/14
  13. Pass7,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    7,429 miles
    Test number
    406106507757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V23 MDR

Does V23 MDR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V23 MDR is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V23 MDR?
The MOT on V23 MDR is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V23 MDR done?
V23 MDR was recorded at 69,163 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 6,881 miles a year.
Has V23 MDR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V23 MDR has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on V23 MDR 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 V23 MDR find?
V23 MDR passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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