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J600 ELS

2000 Volkswagen Lupo

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

65,651 mi
Last recorded65,651 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2020
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo69,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ600 ELS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2020 65,651 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 52,603 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 36,948 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 36,948 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel low (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Aug 2017 36,732 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 36,174 miles

Nearside Rear slight corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2015 35,624 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 34,802 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 34,230 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 32,237 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 32,285 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 31,261 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 30,050 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 29,212 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 26,501 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 25,903 miles

both rear tyres started to crack on sidewalls

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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J600 ELS is a 2000 Volkswagen Lupo in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 J600 ELS, 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 J600 ELS registered?

J600 ELS is a 2000 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 24 August 2000.

Is J600 ELS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J600 ELS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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