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AJ03 VYR

2003 Volkswagen Lupo

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

84,275 mi
Last recorded84,275 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Lupo56,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 VYR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 84,275 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 79,348 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 74,266 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All are covered in grease or other material. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2023 72,093 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2022 69,346 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2021 66,228 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 65,574 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 62,648 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 59,289 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 56,276 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 53,687 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 48,129 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 42,874 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 37,501 miles

Front wipers starting to smear

Fail 13 Jun 2012 32,004 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 32,004 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 27,193 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 24,820 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 22,755 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 20,305 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 16,844 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 14,361 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 14,361 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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AJ03 VYR is a 2003 Volkswagen Lupo in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 AJ03 VYR, 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 AJ03 VYR registered?

AJ03 VYR is a 2003 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is AJ03 VYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ03 VYR shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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