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AP53 LCG

2004 Volkswagen Lupo

Grey Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

58,669 mi
Last recorded58,669 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2021
Typical for 2004 Volkswagen Lupo54,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 LCG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2021 58,669 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 57,770 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2019 56,554 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2018 54,683 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2017 52,678 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 49,938 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 47,121 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 43,852 miles

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

advise, centre exhaust camp deteriorated

advise, nsr bumpstop split

Pass 8 Oct 2013 40,572 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 40,572 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 37,008 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 29,630 miles

Advise, Oil leak from transmission selector seal.

Fail 10 Nov 2010 29,630 miles

Advise, Oil leak from transmission selector seal.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 25,493 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 21,562 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 17,338 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 13,165 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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AP53 LCG is a 2004 Volkswagen Lupo in Grey with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 LCG, 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 LCG registered?

AP53 LCG is a 2004 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 14 January 2004.

Is AP53 LCG safe to buy?

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