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AE02 XWG

2002 Volkswagen Lupo

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

85,086 mi
Last recorded85,086 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2011
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Lupo59,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE02 XWG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2011 85,086 miles

front brake discs corroded.

Fail 7 Mar 2011 85,086 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front brake discs corroded.

Pass 23 Dec 2009 75,250 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 75,165 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Sep 2008 64,105 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 64,105 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 50,316 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 50,211 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2006 46,781 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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AE02 XWG is a 2002 Volkswagen Lupo in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2002 Volkswagen Lupo models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 59,562 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 AE02 XWG, 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 24 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 AE02 XWG registered?

AE02 XWG is a 2002 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 22 March 2002.

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The MOT history for AE02 XWG shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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