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AK02 XYT

2002 Volkswagen Lupo

White Diesel 1716cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

219,984 mi
Last recorded219,984 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Lupo59,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 XYT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,716cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2017 219,984 miles

rear tyres perished

Fail 5 Jun 2017 219,984 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

rear tyres perished

Pass 14 Jun 2016 211,802 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 211,802 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 203,080 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 10 Jun 2014 192,790 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 192,790 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 182,179 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 182,179 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 178,373 miles

Slight deterioration both wiper blades

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 169,938 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 157,384 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust vibrating on body

nearside tyre out of shape

Pass 15 Apr 2009 139,902 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 139,896 miles

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 15 Mar 2008 123,399 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 105,125 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 105,125 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

small stone chip in centre of front screen

Pass 10 Mar 2006 100,219 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 100,219 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 XYT is a 2002 Volkswagen Lupo in White with a 1,716cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 AK02 XYT, 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 XYT is a 2002 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 27 May 2002.

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