MOT Status
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Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Central Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected rear of engine rubbing on driveshaft (4.11 (a) (ii))
Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Rear Exhaust system insecure fouling on brake pipe (6.1.2 (a))
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Indicator switch faulty left turn intermittent (4.4.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
Central exhaust hanger broken
Electrical wiring inadequately secured plastic casing fouling wiring loom (4.11 (a) (i))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Exhaust shield insecure where fitted as original equipment but not creating a risk of fire
Indicator switch faulty when indicating to the nearside (4.4.2 (a) (i))
Lower Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
sills damaged/ deformed, both sides
tyres stretched but not excessively, all 4
Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Steering column has an unsafe modification snap off boss allowing excessive play (2.2.2 (e))
Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Central exhaust hanger broken
Electrical wiring inadequately secured plastic casing fouling wiring loom (4.11 (a) (i))
Exhaust shield insecure where fitted as original equipment but not creating a risk of fire
Indicator switch faulty when indicating to the nearside (4.4.2 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
parking brake has no reserve travel
sills damaged/ deformed, both sides
tyres stretched but not excessively, all 4
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Front coil spring broken both (2.4.C.1a)
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)
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)
Oil leak
both wishbone rear bushes are showing signs of aging
Centre stop light not working
Centre stop light not working
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Volkswagen Lupo?
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J18 UPO is a 1999 Volkswagen Lupo in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.
Across all 1999 Volkswagen Lupo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 71,766 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 J18 UPO, 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 27 years old, this Volkswagen Lupo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was J18 UPO registered?
J18 UPO is a 1999 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 6 October 1999.
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