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AP52 JKX

2003 Volkswagen Lupo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

72,251 mi
Last recorded72,251 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Lupo56,368 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP52 JKX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2023 72,251 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 68,770 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 63,619 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 59,785 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 59,785 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust system insecure rear box hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 53,286 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 53,286 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 53,252 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 50,107 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2017 46,879 miles

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

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2017 46,877 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2016 39,820 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 30,786 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 24,304 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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)

Pass 26 Jan 2013 20,187 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 15,752 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 9,501 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 9,501 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 7,178 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 7,100 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 6,863 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 6,234 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 5,440 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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AP52 JKX is a 2003 Volkswagen Lupo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 AP52 JKX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AP52 JKX?

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What year was AP52 JKX registered?

AP52 JKX is a 2003 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 11 February 2003.

Is AP52 JKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP52 JKX shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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