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AM53 AWS

2005 Volkswagen Lupo

Blue Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2022
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

122,057 mi
Last recorded122,057 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lupo49,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 AWS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2021 122,057 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2021 122,054 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached bolts loose (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Oct 2020 117,897 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 117,897 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2019 111,842 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 1 May 2019 111,837 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 May 2018 104,028 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 99,551 miles

Corrosion to exhaust

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Wear to n/s/f tyre inner edge

Pass 13 May 2016 95,970 miles

Condition of exhaust

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 92,865 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust system corroded

Pass 7 May 2014 90,269 miles

noisy clutch thrust bearing

Fail 7 May 2014 90,269 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

engine manegment light on

noisy clutch thrust bearing

Pass 15 May 2013 87,778 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 May 2013 87,778 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 81,434 miles

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

front brake pads rattling inside front calipers

rear brakes noisy

Fail 26 Apr 2012 81,434 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

rear brakes noisy

Pass 13 May 2011 70,652 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 57,766 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 57,766 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

offside rear tyre has several cracks in treaded area.

Fail 19 Dec 2008 46,652 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 46,652 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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AM53 AWS is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo in Blue with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Lupo models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 49,651 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 AM53 AWS, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Lupo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AM53 AWS registered?

AM53 AWS is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 5 March 2005.

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