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7 BJY

2004 Volkswagen Lupo

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

78,760 mi
Last recorded78,760 miles
Recorded on14 May 2022
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Lupo54,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration7 BJY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2022 78,760 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 76,261 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 64,465 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 64,465 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 56,142 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 56,142 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2017 46,737 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 May 2016 41,141 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 37,920 miles

high level centre stop light not working

Pass 22 May 2014 35,615 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cat exhaust bracken come away from the cat. exhaust still secure

slight brake bind to nearside front

Pass 30 May 2013 29,722 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2012 25,644 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 25,644 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 23,862 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 23,060 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 22,175 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 21,514 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Lupo?

Based on 505,381 MOT tests across 29,587 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
4,435
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
29,587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,119
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 11,194
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,807
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 9,803
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 8,750
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7 BJY is a 2004 Volkswagen Lupo in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Lupo models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 54,212 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Lupo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,119 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 7 BJY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Lupo typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this Volkswagen Lupo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 7 BJY registered?

7 BJY is a 2004 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 19 July 2004.

Is 7 BJY safe to buy?

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