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W517 FGC

2000 Volkswagen Lupo

Green Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

87,409 mi
Last recorded87,409 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo69,330 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW517 FGC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 Aug 2019 87,409 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside mirror missing

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 78,287 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust deteriorated

Pass 31 Aug 2017 68,724 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 30 Aug 2017 68,721 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2016 57,665 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 53,094 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Oil leak

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

Pass 8 Jul 2014 48,409 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 25 Jul 2013 44,107 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

back seat has objects which is obstructing the full inspection of the seat and seat belts

Pass 25 Jul 2013 44,107 miles

back seat has objects which is obstructing the full inspection of the seat and seat belts

Pass 17 Aug 2012 75,892 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 69,633 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 61,227 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 53,357 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside lower sill is damaged.

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 53,357 miles

Nearside lower sill is damaged.

Pass 8 Aug 2008 45,985 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 38,058 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 30,128 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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W517 FGC is a 2000 Volkswagen Lupo in Green with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 W517 FGC, 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 W517 FGC registered?

W517 FGC is a 2000 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 14 August 2000.

Is W517 FGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W517 FGC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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