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AO53 EWU

2003 Volkswagen Lupo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

84,899 mi
Last recorded84,899 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Lupo56,368 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 EWU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2019 84,899 miles

Nearside Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 75,028 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2018 75,021 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2017 67,845 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2016 65,216 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 63,244 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 61,834 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 60,722 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 59,628 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 57,302 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 49,006 miles

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)

front brakes slightley binding

Pass 13 Sep 2008 37,335 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 28,299 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 21,443 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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AO53 EWU is a 2003 Volkswagen Lupo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AO53 EWU, 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 AO53 EWU registered?

AO53 EWU is a 2003 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is AO53 EWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO53 EWU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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