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AK02 MUV

2002 Volkswagen Lupo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

105,069 mi
Last recorded105,069 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2022
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Lupo59,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 MUV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2022 105,069 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre has a flat spot 17565R14

Nearside outer sill damaged

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside outer sill damaged

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust flexi starting to break up

exhaust rear box doesn't have any hangers

signs of car being previously lowered

Fail 24 Mar 2022 105,025 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box joint (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure Rear exhaust pipe sat on rear axle (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Stop lights (4.2.3 (c))

Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Stop lights come on when side lights are turned on. (4.3.3 (b))

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front outer sill damaged

Offside Front outer sill damaged

Offside Front tyre has a flat spot

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both rear service brake low effort

coolant level low looks like rad is starting to leak

exhaust flexi starting to break up

rear axle corroded

signs of vehicle been lowered in past and fouled body on both front wheel arches

Fail 18 Mar 2022 105,015 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front outer sill damaged

Offside Front outer sill damaged

Offside Front tyre has a flat spot

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both rear service brake low effort

coolant level low looks like rad is starting to leak

exhaust flexi starting to break up

rear axle corroded

signs of vehicle been lowered in past and fouled body on both front wheel arches

Pass 23 Oct 2020 99,799 miles

Both rear suspension bump stops deteriorated

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Sun strip fitted in windscreen but in impairing drivers view of road (3.1 (a) (i))

Electrical wiring inadequately secured Wiring hanging very close to driveshaft and looks to have touched previously but not at time of test. (4.11 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy Exhaust loud but not considered excessive (8.1.1 (a))

Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened Damage caused by vehicle being excessively lowered at some stage (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive From gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust hanger modified but holding exhaust securely

Witness marks on front wheel arches from vehicle being lowered previously

Fail 23 Oct 2020 99,796 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction stuff on dash (3.1 (a) (ii))

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction sun strip (3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive back of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all four jacking points dented on outer sills

both front wheels have been touching on inner arches

both rear bump stops broken

drivers seat tilt not working

gearbox oil leak

o/s/f door check strap not connected/broken

wiring loom rubbing on o/s driveshaft

Pass 21 May 2019 90,770 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 87,306 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 80,254 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 75,200 miles

general corrosion

Pass 20 May 2015 74,440 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 7,383 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 71,416 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 69,951 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 68,968 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 62,626 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 56,113 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 46,247 miles

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

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

brake master cylinder fluid level slightly low

front brake discs worn

front brake imbalance slightly high (11%)

front brake pads low

front tyres wearing on edges

offside front brake disc in poor condition on inner face

rear tyres badly perished in outer sidewalls

Pass 21 Mar 2007 34,083 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 29,492 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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AK02 MUV is a 2002 Volkswagen Lupo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AK02 MUV, 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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AK02 MUV is a 2002 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 9 May 2002.

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