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AV05 GXO

2005 Volkswagen Lupo

Grey Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

177,380 mi
Last recorded177,380 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lupo49,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 GXO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Fail 22 Aug 2022 177,380 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer Sill Corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Coolant leak Radiator leaking ()

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer Sill Corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 176,058 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2020 168,792 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2019 159,443 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 5 Nov 2019 159,440 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2019 151,230 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 140,744 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 129,544 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 117,907 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 106,884 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 16 Feb 2015 106,884 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 94,805 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 82,819 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 14 Feb 2012 71,832 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 71,832 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 61,475 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 10 Feb 2010 49,763 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 38,785 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 28,109 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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AV05 GXO is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo in Grey with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Lupo models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 49,651 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 AV05 GXO, 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 21 years old, this Volkswagen Lupo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV05 GXO registered?

AV05 GXO is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 5 March 2005.

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