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AM52 LHU

2002 Volkswagen Lupo

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

122,142 mi
Last recorded122,142 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2021
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Lupo59,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM52 LHU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2021 122,142 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2019 118,441 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 108,100 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 94,026 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 75,526 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2015 69,680 miles

Nearside front suspension arm, rear bush detaching (adv. replacment)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 65,132 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 62,998 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 59,134 miles

both rear bump stops split

Pass 1 Sep 2011 54,351 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 54,351 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 49,455 miles

offside rear tyre slightly mishaped on inner edge

Fail 1 Sep 2010 49,455 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

offside rear tyre slightly mishaped on inner edge

Pass 27 Aug 2009 44,486 miles

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

offside rear tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 27 Aug 2008 39,202 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 33,742 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 27,214 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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AM52 LHU is a 2002 Volkswagen Lupo in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AM52 LHU, 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 AM52 LHU registered?

AM52 LHU is a 2002 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 25 September 2002.

Is AM52 LHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM52 LHU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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