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X972 MKO

2000 Volkswagen Lupo

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2013
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

78,059 mi
Last recorded78,059 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2012
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo69,330 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX972 MKO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2012 78,059 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2012 78,048 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2011 69,936 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2011 69,933 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 58,629 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 58,625 miles

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

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 23 Sep 2009 49,382 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2009 49,382 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 37,253 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2007 28,611 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brake load sensing valve has been disconnected and was fitted as standard (3.6.E.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 28,611 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 26,169 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2006 26,158 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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X972 MKO is a 2000 Volkswagen Lupo in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X972 MKO, 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 X972 MKO?

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What year was X972 MKO registered?

X972 MKO is a 2000 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 3 November 2000.

Is X972 MKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for X972 MKO shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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