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S986 GKS

1999 Volkswagen Lupo

Yellow Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

150,428 mi
Last recorded150,428 miles
Recorded on7 May 2010
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo71,766 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS986 GKS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2010 150,428 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

nearside rear tyre damaged on sidewall

Fail 6 May 2010 150,427 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

nearside rear tyre damaged on sidewall

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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S986 GKS is a 1999 Volkswagen Lupo in Yellow with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 S986 GKS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S986 GKS registered?

S986 GKS is a 1999 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S986 GKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for S986 GKS shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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