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K12 UPO

2000 Volkswagen Lupo

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,831 mi
Last recorded66,831 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2025
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo69,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK12 UPO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2025 66,831 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2024 57,084 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres worn and perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 47,771 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking to all 4 tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 47,312 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 47,201 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2014 46,708 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 45,268 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 43,464 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 41,585 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 39,259 miles

ADVISE REPLACEMENT OF BOTH FRONT WIPER BLADES

Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 39,259 miles

ADVISE REPLACEMENT OF BOTH FRONT WIPER BLADES

Pass 3 Aug 2009 37,543 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 37,543 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 31 Jul 2008 36,069 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 34,376 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 33,047 miles

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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K12 UPO is a 2000 Volkswagen Lupo in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 K12 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 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 K12 UPO registered?

K12 UPO is a 2000 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 1 September 2000.

Is K12 UPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for K12 UPO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K12 UPO have outstanding finance?

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