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T104 BGB

1999 Volkswagen Lupo

Black Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,474 mi
Last recorded90,474 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2011
Typical for 1999 Volkswagen Lupo71,766 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT104 BGB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2011 90,474 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 90,448 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

bonnet handle missing open bonnet with grips.

front brake discs slightly worn.

nearside door mirror cracked.

oil leak from engine.

Pass 10 Aug 2010 82,558 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 77,091 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2009 77,087 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 71,284 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2008 71,284 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 64,338 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 55,826 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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T104 BGB is a 1999 Volkswagen Lupo in Black with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 T104 BGB, 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 T104 BGB registered?

T104 BGB is a 1999 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 24 June 1999.

Is T104 BGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T104 BGB shows 9 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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