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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volkswagen Up Gti. Check any Up Gti by registration number below.

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90.2%

Avg Pass Rate

+4.5%

vs Volkswagen Avg

4

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Volkswagen Up Gti — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volkswagen Up Gti has an average MOT pass rate of 90.2%, which is 4.5 percentage points above the Volkswagen brand average of 85.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Up Gti is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Volkswagen Up Gti fails its MOT are a tyre seriously damaged, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. If you are preparing your Up Gti for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Volkswagen Up Gti, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Volkswagen Up Gti performs at MOT across different model years.

2022

Based on 99 vehicles

89.9%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

2.0%

Mileage at 3yr

25k mi

2021

Based on 1,605 vehicles

90.8%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.8%

Retest Rate

9.8%

Mileage at 3yr

28k mi

2020

Based on 1,780 vehicles

90.0%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.9%

Retest Rate

10.8%

Mileage at 3yr

26k mi

Mileage at 5yr

46k mi

0

Based on 750 vehicles

89.9%Excellent
Volkswagen average: 85.7%
Mileage at 5yr

17k mi

Top MOT Failures — Volkswagen Up Gti

The most common reasons a Volkswagen Up Gti fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A tyre seriously damaged

2.2%
2

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

1.7%
3

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

0.9%
4

A tyre has a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. This includes any lifting of the tread rubber

0.6%
Volkswagen Up Gti Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Nearside

4.0%

Rear Offside

1.0%

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92.9% pass rate

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93.5% pass rate

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75.0% pass rate

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60.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Volkswagen Up Gti

Volkswagen Up Gti — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volkswagen Up Gti MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Up Gti?
The average MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Up Gti is 90.2% compared to the Volkswagen average of 85.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Up Gti?
The most common MOT failures on the Volkswagen Up Gti are: A tyre seriously damaged (2.2%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (1.7%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (0.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Volkswagen Up Gti reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 90.2%, the Volkswagen Up Gti is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Volkswagen Up Gti?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Volkswagen Up Gti?
Typical mileage for the Volkswagen Up Gti: 24,866 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Up Gti to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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