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JJZ 2079

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,522 mi
Last recorded108,522 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJZ 2079
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2015 108,522 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

n/s door damage

Pass 2 Jun 2014 102,705 miles

n/s door damage

Pass 21 May 2013 94,510 miles

damage to n/s door and to rear bumper

Fail 17 May 2013 94,415 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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

damage to n/s door and to rear bumper

Pass 25 May 2012 86,585 miles

engine manadement light on

l/h/f bumper broken

Fail 17 May 2012 86,585 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (3.4.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

engine manadement light on

l/h/f bumper broken

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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JJZ 2079 is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Lupo models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 65,676 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 JJZ 2079, 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 25 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 JJZ 2079 registered?

JJZ 2079 is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is JJZ 2079 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJZ 2079 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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