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AJ52 HGN

2002 Volkswagen Lupo

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,440 mi
Last recorded63,440 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Lupo59,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ52 HGN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 Nov 2017 63,440 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box has snapped (7.1.2)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak gear box oil leak ()

Pass 10 Nov 2016 58,300 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 10 Nov 2016 58,300 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 54,282 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 51,529 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2014 51,529 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 48,551 miles

Offside rear tyre split but not to cords.

Pass 8 Jan 2013 45,314 miles

Offside rear tyre cracked around side wall.

Pass 19 Dec 2011 42,359 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 37,141 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 33,292 miles

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

Oil leak

engine managemen light on dash

Pass 30 Oct 2008 29,612 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 25,703 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 20,557 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 15,415 miles

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

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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AJ52 HGN is a 2002 Volkswagen Lupo in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 AJ52 HGN, 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 AJ52 HGN registered?

AJ52 HGN is a 2002 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is AJ52 HGN safe to buy?

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