Volkswagen Move Up (2017)
2017 Volkswagen Move Up
CarHunch analysed 157 real MOT records for the 2017 Volkswagen Move Up. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2017 Volkswagen Move Up has a first-time MOT pass rate of 76.3%, which sits 3.7 percentage points below the UK average of 80%, suggesting slightly below-average reliability—though the complete absence of dangerous defects (0%) is genuinely reassuring for safety. The "Other" fuel variant (123 vehicles, likely LPG or hybrid) posts an exceptional 96.9% pass rate, indicating these conversions or variants perform substantially better than the cohort average.
These cars are running at a median of 31,702 miles for their age, which is reasonable, and they're averaging just 0.13 failures per vehicle with zero advisories recorded—meaning when they do fail, it's typically minor. Before buying, verify the fuel type and service history carefully, as the huge performance gap between the standard and "Other" variants suggests condition and maintenance matter more than the model itself here.
What to check before buying a 2017 Volkswagen Move Up
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other (78%) | 123 | 96.9% | 0.15 |
| Petrol (22%) | 34 | 2% | 0.06 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2017 Volkswagen Move Up vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2017 Volkswagen Move Up vehicles fall between 20,570 and 52,691 miles.
2017 Volkswagen Move Up — Still on the Road
64 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 62% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.
MOT History Averages
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