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AE02 YKU

2002 Volkswagen Lupo

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

94,812 mi
Last recorded94,812 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2021
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Lupo59,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE02 YKU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2021 94,812 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2021 94,810 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 92,356 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2020 92,354 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 89,848 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 85,712 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 85,692 miles

Brake load sensing valve defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2016 80,312 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2015 77,432 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 68,130 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 31 Oct 2013 59,649 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Oil leak

e.m.l stays on

mid and rear exhaust corroded

n/s/f tyre worn on edges 175/65r13

Fail 31 Oct 2013 59,647 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

e.m.l stays on

mid and rear exhaust corroded

n/s/f tyre worn on edges 175/65r13

Pass 2 Nov 2012 51,608 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

e.m.l stays on

Pass 31 Oct 2011 47,704 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 47,704 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 42,556 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 36,466 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 31,461 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres poor condition 1756513

Fail 18 Oct 2008 31,461 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres poor condition 1756513

Fail 26 Oct 2007 27,368 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 27,368 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 31 Oct 2006 25,140 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 21,333 miles

nearside front tyre is worn on outer edge

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 YKU is a 2002 Volkswagen Lupo in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 YKU, 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.

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AE02 YKU is a 2002 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 20 March 2002.

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