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V139 EWE

2000 Volkswagen Lupo

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

128,375 mi
Last recorded128,375 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo69,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV139 EWE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2017 128,375 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 125,384 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 123,566 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 121,685 miles

Front number plate deteriorated

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 22 Aug 2014 121,681 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front number plate deteriorated

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 112,455 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight play in front steering arms

Pass 12 Mar 2012 106,008 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 99,140 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 96,240 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 81,823 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 71,397 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2006 60,632 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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V139 EWE is a 2000 Volkswagen Lupo in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 V139 EWE, 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.

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What year was V139 EWE registered?

V139 EWE is a 2000 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 18 January 2000.

Is V139 EWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V139 EWE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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