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AO02 DTK

2002 Volkswagen Lupo

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

106,867 mi
Last recorded106,867 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Lupo59,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 DTK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 106,867 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Fail 10 May 2017 106,860 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Headlamp aim not tested o/s headlight mounting broken (1.8.A.1c)

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 12 May 2016 99,432 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also perished on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 27 Apr 2016 99,426 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Braking system leaking lsv leaking (3.6.A.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also perished on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit also on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

eml light on dash

Pass 12 May 2015 89,325 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine light on

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front exhaust heavily corroded but not blowing at time of test

rear brake limiter valve damp but can not see leak when brake pedal pressed

Pass 8 May 2014 80,121 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front wheel corroded monitor condition

Fail 6 May 2014 80,121 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front wheel corroded monitor condition

Pass 3 May 2013 69,045 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 69,012 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2012 53,024 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 53,022 miles

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

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 3 May 2011 36,959 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 30,113 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 26,052 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 26,052 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 21,741 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 17,185 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 13,104 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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AO02 DTK is a 2002 Volkswagen Lupo in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AO02 DTK, 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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AO02 DTK is a 2002 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 1 April 2002.

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