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AF53 PVZ

2003 Volkswagen Lupo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

68,768 mi
Last recorded68,768 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Lupo56,368 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 PVZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2017 68,768 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 68,768 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 67,171 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

E.M.Light on

Fail 7 Jan 2014

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

E.M.Light on

Pass 31 Aug 2012 62,201 miles

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)

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

Rear exhaust rusty

Fail 30 Aug 2012 62,201 miles

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

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

E.M.Light on

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)

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

Rear exhaust rusty

Pass 27 Aug 2011 58,192 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 52,686 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 45,828 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 37,282 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 37,282 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 24,955 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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AF53 PVZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Lupo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 AF53 PVZ, 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

How do I check the history of AF53 PVZ?

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What year was AF53 PVZ registered?

AF53 PVZ is a 2003 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is AF53 PVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF53 PVZ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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