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VOLKSWAGEN UP R-LINE (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 466 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

94%

Total Tests (2024)

466

Avg Mileage

14,790 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,400

Is the 2021 VOLKSWAGEN UP R-LINE reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the VOLKSWAGEN brand average of 85%.

At 3 years old, 94% of VOLKSWAGEN UP R-LINEs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 466 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 14,790 miles.

How does the 2021 VOLKSWAGEN UP R-LINE compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars1248th out of 3,373(top 37%)
Rank among all VOLKSWAGEN models200th out of 1,118(top 18%)
vs national average+12% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average+2% (92% avg)
vs VOLKSWAGEN average+9% (85% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 VOLKSWAGEN UP R-LINE has 14,790 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

How much does a 2021 VOLKSWAGEN UP R-LINE cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 999cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,400
Per month£117/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

VOLKSWAGEN UP R-LINE by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202194%46614,790 mi
202093%29418,633 mi

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About the 2021 VOLKSWAGEN UP R-LINE

The 2021 VOLKSWAGEN UP R-LINE is a city car with a 999cc petrol engine. 466 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 14,790 miles at 3 years old, VOLKSWAGEN UP R-LINE owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2021 VOLKSWAGEN UP R-LINE Fuel Costs

The modest 999cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 VOLKSWAGEN UP R-LINE?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2021 VOLKSWAGEN UP R-LINE

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.

Alternatives to the 2021 VOLKSWAGEN UP R-LINE

The VOLKSWAGEN UP R-LINE is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: