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AO04 UJF

2004 Volkswagen Lupo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

116,292 mi
Last recorded116,292 miles
Recorded on11 May 2022
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Lupo54,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO04 UJF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2022 116,292 miles

Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 7 May 2022 116,278 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded Both rear. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Direction indicator incorrect colour Both front. (4.4.3 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Various oil leak between engine and gearbox but not excessive.

Pass 20 May 2021 110,761 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 May 2020 104,931 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 101,518 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 101,483 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt n/s c v boot (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 96,858 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 90,260 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 84,990 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 79,000 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 72,977 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 64,336 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 53,672 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 43,819 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 36,007 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 36,007 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 26,889 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 19,993 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 14,474 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 13,874 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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AO04 UJF is a 2004 Volkswagen Lupo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2004 Volkswagen Lupo models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 54,212 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 AO04 UJF, 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 22 years old, this Volkswagen Lupo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AO04 UJF is a 2004 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 21 May 2004.

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