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GLZ 6163

2000 Volkswagen Lupo

Yellow Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

93,308 mi
Last recorded93,308 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2015
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo69,330 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLZ 6163
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2015 93,308 miles

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

both front anti roll bar drop links have slight play

Fail 3 Aug 2015 93,199 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

both front anti roll bar drop links have slight play

Pass 13 Aug 2014 91,962 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Lower Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Oil leak

Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Upper Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

corrosion to various parts of suspension front and rear

Pass 20 Aug 2013 83,203 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 14 Aug 2013 83,149 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 23 Aug 2012 80,431 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 80,418 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

eml light on

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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GLZ 6163 is a 2000 Volkswagen Lupo in Yellow with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Lupo models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 69,330 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 GLZ 6163, 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 26 years old, this Volkswagen Lupo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GLZ 6163 registered?

GLZ 6163 is a 2000 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 1 October 2000.

Is GLZ 6163 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLZ 6163 shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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