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AV05 YYA

2005 Volkswagen Lupo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

101,543 mi
Last recorded101,543 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lupo49,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 YYA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2021 101,543 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 97,016 miles

slight exhaulst leak flexi down pipe

Pass 14 May 2018 94,379 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 94,379 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 May 2017 90,849 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 90,849 miles

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

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 May 2017 90,849 miles

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

Nearside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 88,396 miles

Centre silencer is corrdoed

Front exhaust flex blowing slightly

catalyctic converter clamp is corroded and clamps broken

Fail 4 Apr 2016 88,396 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust silencer (7.1.2)

Centre silencer is corrdoed

catalyctic converter clamp is corroded and clamps broken

Fail 3 Mar 2015 84,093 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 84,093 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 77,847 miles

Both rear bump stops split

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 67,125 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both front brakes just starting to bind

both rear bump stops deteriorated

center exhaust box starting to deteriorate

Pass 23 Apr 2012 56,027 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 44,752 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 34,001 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 22,391 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Apr 2008 12,719 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 YYA is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YYA, 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 YYA registered?

AV05 YYA is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 7 May 2005.

Is AV05 YYA safe to buy?

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