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AJ03 XJD

2003 Volkswagen Lupo

Yellow Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

69,598 mi
Last recorded69,598 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Lupo56,368 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ03 XJD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 69,598 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Mild corrosion to subframe. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 61,341 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns and os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns and os flex to drum under coating (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded ns and os (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing ns and os corroded (5.3.2 (b))

fuel filter corroded

Pass 28 Jul 2023 59,420 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns and os lower bush worn and slightly perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns and os flex to drum corroded under coating (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded os and ns (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ns and os (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 57,629 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 25 Jul 2022 57,629 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 56,138 miles

Exhaust system deteriorated.

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 54,647 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer starting to deteriorate

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 53,853 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear exhaust silencer corroded

headlamp levelling device operation intermittent

Pass 28 Jul 2018 51,887 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))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 50,024 miles

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)

Rear Exhaust system deteriorated.

Pass 23 Jul 2016 47,450 miles

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

Rear exhaust box deteriorated (not leaking)

Pass 25 Jul 2015 45,991 miles

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

Rear exhaust silencer deteriorated.

Pass 26 Jul 2014 43,638 miles

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

Rear silencer deteriorated.

Pass 27 Jul 2013 41,399 miles

tyres slight cracking / perishing, but not exposing cords

Pass 28 Jul 2012 38,207 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 35,328 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 31,780 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 27,157 miles

Front passengers seat tilt control lever missing.

Pass 26 Jul 2008 23,754 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 18,395 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 10,437 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 9,895 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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AJ03 XJD is a 2003 Volkswagen Lupo in Yellow with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 XJD, 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.

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What year was AJ03 XJD registered?

AJ03 XJD is a 2003 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 19 May 2003.

Is AJ03 XJD safe to buy?

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