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V138 WUG

2000 Volkswagen Lupo

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

66,688 mi
Last recorded66,688 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2016
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo69,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV138 WUG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2016 66,688 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 61,229 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 57,299 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 53,055 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 51,183 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 47,165 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 44,295 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 44,025 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 44,025 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

boot does not open

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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V138 WUG is a 2000 Volkswagen Lupo in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 V138 WUG, 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 V138 WUG registered?

V138 WUG is a 2000 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 10 January 2000.

Is V138 WUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V138 WUG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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