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AC03 BUH

2003 Volkswagen Lupo

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

161,227 mi
Last recorded161,227 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2022
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Lupo56,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC03 BUH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2022 161,227 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 149,575 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2020 145,755 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 138,124 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 131,214 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 122,224 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 113,765 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 106,114 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 98,983 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 91,652 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 82,823 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2012 82,823 miles

Upper Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 70,655 miles

Rear silencer inlet pipe is weak.

Pass 25 Mar 2010 59,708 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2010 105,984 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 49,056 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 38,987 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 29,087 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 18,704 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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AC03 BUH is a 2003 Volkswagen Lupo in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Lupo models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 56,368 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 AC03 BUH, 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 23 years old, this Volkswagen Lupo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AC03 BUH registered?

AC03 BUH is a 2003 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 27 May 2003.

Is AC03 BUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC03 BUH shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AC03 BUH have outstanding finance?

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