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EA58 XGY

2008 Volkswagen Lupo

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

117,278 mi
Last recorded117,278 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA58 XGY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 117,278 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 112,762 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 108,603 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 103,933 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 97,250 miles
Fail 27 May 2022 97,250 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 92,037 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 86,455 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 81,155 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 72,618 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 64,601 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 55,045 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2016 55,045 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 43,317 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 31,064 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 31,064 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 17,248 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 17,244 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 3,139 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 2,621 miles

airbag warning light on dash

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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EA58 XGY is a 2008 Volkswagen Lupo in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EA58 XGY, 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 18 years old, this Volkswagen Lupo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EA58 XGY registered?

EA58 XGY is a 2008 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 4 December 2008.

Is EA58 XGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA58 XGY shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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