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A2 YHY

2004 Volkswagen Lupo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

96,911 mi
Last recorded96,911 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2016
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Lupo54,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 YHY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2016 96,911 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Slight oil leak on engine.

Pass 28 Mar 2015 88,783 miles

em light on dash

n/s/f tyre low

Pass 15 Mar 2014 85,602 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2014 85,504 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 69,887 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 7 Sep 2012 68,975 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on outer and inner edge

Pass 7 Mar 2011 59,660 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 59,660 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 1 Feb 2010 49,085 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 49,085 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 36,492 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 36,484 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2007 28,006 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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A2 YHY is a 2004 Volkswagen Lupo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A2 YHY, 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 A2 YHY registered?

A2 YHY is a 2004 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 28 June 2004.

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