Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Volkswagen High Up?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2013 Volkswagen High Up?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2013 Volkswagen High Up?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2013 Volkswagen High Up reliable?

Based on MOT data from 225 vehicles, the 2013 Volkswagen High Up has a first-time MOT pass rate of 90.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2013 Volkswagen High Up?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Volkswagen High Up (2013)

225 real MOT outcomes analysed • 90.4% first-time pass rate

2013 Volkswagen High Up

CarHunch analysed 225 real MOT records for the 2013 Volkswagen High Up. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2013 VW Up is a reliably solid performer, passing its MOT first time 84.1% of the time—comfortably ahead of the UK average of 80%. Dangerous defects show up in 13.8% of examples, which is moderate rather than alarming, so structural or safety nasties aren't a dominant concern with this model.

These cars are running with modest mileage for their age (median 39,811 miles), and they're averaging just 1.02 failures per test, suggesting they're generally well-maintained by their owners. The high advisory count of 7.1 per vehicle points to minor wear items rather than serious problems—typical stuff like tired brakes or worn trim. If you're shopping for one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on the clutch and suspension components, as these tend to rack up the advisory flags on the Up.

We have limited data for the 2013 Volkswagen High Up — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

90.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

13.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.02

Over 9.1 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

40k

Middle half: 28k–55k

For context

These stats describe 225 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 225 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 13.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (79%)	177	88.8%	1.24

Colour Breakdown

Based on 677 Volkswagen High Up vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Red 23.9%

162

Silver 23%

156

White 19.6%

133

Black 19.4%

131

Blue 14%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Volkswagen High Up vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

39,811

typical

27,646

low mileage

54,533

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Volkswagen High Up vehicles fall between 27,646 and 54,533 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 27,646 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 27,646–54,533 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Volkswagen High Ups sit.

⚠ Over 73,619 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Volkswagen High Up — Still on the Road

Almost all 2013 Volkswagen High Ups are still on the road.

Strong survival — 190 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

9.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.02

Avg failures per vehicle

7.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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