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AO03 MYL

2003 Volkswagen Lupo

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

124,935 mi
Last recorded124,935 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Lupo56,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO03 MYL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2021 124,935 miles

Both front seat belts slow to retract

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

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

Offside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 119,040 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

rear exhaust box deteriorated and blowing

Pass 2 Apr 2019 115,682 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both side rear axle mounting points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

engine malfunction lamp indicates a fault

Pass 29 Mar 2018 108,753 miles

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

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

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

Rear axle beam is corroded.

Pass 11 Apr 2017 100,314 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Apr 2017 100,314 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 90,842 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 90,842 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 81,201 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 73,448 miles

exhaust touching body components

oil leak from gear-box

Fail 11 Apr 2014 73,335 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

exhaust touching body components

oil leak from gear-box

Pass 15 Mar 2013 62,092 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 52,169 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

engine light on

Pass 30 Mar 2011 40,680 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 30,490 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 26,455 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 22,771 miles

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

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)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2007 18,666 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 14,663 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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AO03 MYL is a 2003 Volkswagen Lupo in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Lupo models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 56,368 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 AO03 MYL, 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 23 years old, this Volkswagen Lupo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO03 MYL registered?

AO03 MYL is a 2003 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is AO03 MYL safe to buy?

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