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AK52 AMV

2002 Volkswagen Lupo

Grey Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

56,256 mi
Last recorded56,256 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Lupo59,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 AMV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2024 56,256 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 54,466 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 21 Dec 2023 54,466 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 53,173 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2021 52,059 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2020 50,554 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 48,823 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2018 47,653 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 46,729 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 45,053 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 41,245 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 38,014 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 35,572 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 33,615 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 32,149 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 32,149 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2010 29,995 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 27,556 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 24,749 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 21,157 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2006 17,989 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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AK52 AMV is a 2002 Volkswagen Lupo in Grey with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 AK52 AMV, 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 AK52 AMV registered?

AK52 AMV is a 2002 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is AK52 AMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 AMV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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