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AD53 OBP

2003 Volkswagen Lupo

Yellow Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,724 mi
Last recorded86,724 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Lupo56,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 OBP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2017 86,724 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2017 86,724 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 77,368 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 69,020 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 59,326 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2014 59,326 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2014 51,253 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jan 2014 51,253 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 40,788 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 38,681 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 35,378 miles

both rear tyres are perished

Pass 4 Sep 2009 31,273 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 27,246 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 22,640 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 18,881 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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AD53 OBP is a 2003 Volkswagen Lupo in Yellow with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AD53 OBP, 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 AD53 OBP registered?

AD53 OBP is a 2003 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is AD53 OBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD53 OBP shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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