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V194 GLF

2000 Volkswagen Lupo

Blue Diesel 1716cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

238,545 mi
Last recorded238,545 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2016
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo69,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV194 GLF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,716cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2016 238,545 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Jun 2015 235,705 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 235,705 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 233,035 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 231,399 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 224,815 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2012 224,815 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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

Fail 18 May 2011 207,271 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 May 2011 207,271 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 188,512 miles

Offside rear footbrake effort slightly low

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 177,274 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 2 Jun 2009 177,274 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Jun 2008 163,771 miles

front tyres getting low

Pass 6 Jun 2007 145,864 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 133,880 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2004 119,665 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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V194 GLF is a 2000 Volkswagen Lupo in Blue with a 1,716cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V194 GLF, 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 V194 GLF registered?

V194 GLF is a 2000 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 5 January 2000.

Is V194 GLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V194 GLF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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