Volkswagen Up Black Edition (2022)
2022 Volkswagen Up Black Edition
CarHunch analysed 434 real MOT records for the 2022 Volkswagen Up Black Edition. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2022 VW Up Black Edition is notably reliable, with a 92.2% first-time pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%, and only 6.9% of vehicles ever flagged for dangerous defects—a reassuringly low figure. You're looking at a car that rarely fails its MOT outright, averaging just 0.11 failures per vehicle.
At 12,947 miles median mileage, these cars are still relatively young and lightly used for their age, which partly explains the strong pass rates. The 0.4 advisories per vehicle suggest minor wear is emerging in small numbers, so when shopping for one, get a full pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension and brake components—the typical weak points at this stage.
What to check before buying a 2022 Volkswagen Up Black Edition
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 433 | 92.2% | 0.11 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2022 Volkswagen Up Black Edition 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 2022 Volkswagen Up Black Edition vehicles fall between 7,957 and 19,043 miles.
MOT History Averages
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