CarVerify

Free Car Check

SL03 FPU

2003 Volkswagen Lupo

Black Petrol 1390cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

32,899 mi
Last recorded32,899 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Lupo56,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL03 FPU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc
View full Volkswagen Lupo reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2020 32,899 miles

exhaust rear box deteriorated slightly.

Fail 1 Jul 2020 32,899 miles

Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected wires on top of battery (4.11 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

exhaust rear box deteriorated slightly.

Pass 26 Mar 2019 29,566 miles

exhaust corroded and weak

Fail 25 Mar 2019 29,566 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

exhaust corroded and weak

Pass 19 Mar 2018 26,408 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 23,071 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 21,524 miles

cut on n/s/f tyre outer sidewall not exposing cords

high level stop lamp inop

Pass 2 Apr 2015 20,483 miles

high level stop lamp inop

Pass 31 Mar 2014 18,816 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 18,021 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 16,490 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 15,304 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 13,619 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 11,816 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 10,784 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 9,639 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 8,010 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
Full Volkswagen Lupo reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SL03 FPU is a 2003 Volkswagen Lupo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Lupo models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 56,368 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 SL03 FPU, 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 23 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 SL03 FPU?

You can check the full history of SL03 FPU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SL03 FPU registered?

SL03 FPU is a 2003 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 19 March 2003.

Is SL03 FPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL03 FPU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SL03 FPU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SL03 FPU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.