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V280 SWT

2000 Volkswagen Lupo

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

113,941 mi
Last recorded113,941 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2015
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo69,330 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV280 SWT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2015 113,941 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar slightly distorted linkbar (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened linkbar (2.4.G.1)

front exhaust slight leak

oil leak

petrol straps slightly corroded

rear exhaust minor leak

Fail 9 Oct 2015 113,941 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar slightly distorted linkbar (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened linkbar (2.4.G.1)

front exhaust slight leak

oil leak

petrol straps slightly corroded

rear exhaust minor leak

Pass 13 Oct 2014 104,732 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 97,267 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 12 May 2011 86,396 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 79,446 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 76,499 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 73,681 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 73,677 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 69,708 miles

Advise two front tyres N/S cracking with age O/S worn uneven on inner edges

Rear shocker bump stops perished

Pass 25 Oct 2006 58,879 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 49,788 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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V280 SWT is a 2000 Volkswagen Lupo in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V280 SWT, 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

How do I check the history of V280 SWT?

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What year was V280 SWT registered?

V280 SWT is a 2000 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is V280 SWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V280 SWT shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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