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AP53 KJN

2004 Volkswagen Lupo

Black Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

102,683 mi
Last recorded102,683 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2022
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Lupo54,212 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 KJN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2022 102,683 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2022 102,667 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 May 2021 101,678 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 99,208 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 96,239 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 94,201 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 93,247 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 91,067 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 86,536 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 82,328 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 76,849 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 67,947 miles

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

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

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 61,549 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 59,093 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 54,698 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 54,698 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)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 37,745 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 32,880 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2007 32,880 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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AP53 KJN is a 2004 Volkswagen Lupo in Black with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AP53 KJN, 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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What year was AP53 KJN registered?

AP53 KJN is a 2004 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 23 February 2004.

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