Volkswagen Up black edition
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 2 years from 1,458 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
93%
Total Tests
1,458
Best Year
2021 (93%)
Years Covered
2
About the Volkswagen Up black edition
The Volkswagen Up black edition has been tested 1,458 times in 2026 MOT data across 2 model years (2020 to 2021), with an average pass rate of 93%. That's comfortably above the national average of 82%, making it a reliable choice. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 2021 model is the most reliable with a 93% pass rate from 944 tests. The 2020 model has the lowest at 92%. With just a 1 point spread, the Up black edition is consistently reliable regardless of year.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2020) averages 19,763 miles, while the newest (2021) averages 14,601 miles.
Compared to the Volkswagen brand average of 85%, the Up black edition performs 8 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Volkswagen range.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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