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A889 TTS

2005 Volkswagen Lupo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

124,154 mi
Last recorded124,154 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lupo49,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA889 TTS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2020 124,154 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases down pip flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 117,203 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2019 117,203 miles

Offside Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 107,515 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 92,792 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 1 Jun 2017 92,792 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 80,210 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 63,700 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 63,700 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 49,714 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 38,165 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 27,923 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 24,754 miles

both rear tyres perrished badly

Pass 8 Mar 2010 21,587 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 18,103 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 14,301 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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A889 TTS is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Lupo models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 49,651 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 A889 TTS, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Lupo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A889 TTS registered?

A889 TTS is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is A889 TTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A889 TTS shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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