Volkswagen Lupo MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Volkswagen Lupo. Check any Lupo by registration number below.

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72.6%

Avg Pass Rate

-13.1%

vs Volkswagen Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Volkswagen Lupo — MOT Reliability Overview

The Volkswagen Lupo has an average MOT pass rate of 72.6%, which is 13.1 percentage points below the Volkswagen brand average of 85.7%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Lupo on the road.

The most common reasons a Volkswagen Lupo fails its MOT are emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer. If you are preparing your Lupo for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Volkswagen Lupo, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Volkswagen Lupo performs at MOT across different model years.

2006

Based on 52 vehicles

88.5%Excellent

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Mileage at 10yr

177k mi

2005

Based on 1,101 vehicles

73.5%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

23.6%

2004

Based on 2,698 vehicles

67.5%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

5.8%

Retest Rate

28.3%

2003

Based on 2,582 vehicles

67.6%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

5.7%

Retest Rate

27.6%

2002

Based on 3,643 vehicles

66.2%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

6.6%

Retest Rate

30.3%

2001

Based on 2,722 vehicles

65.9%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

6.8%

Retest Rate

26.1%

2000

Based on 1,950 vehicles

66.3%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

5.4%

Retest Rate

29.6%

1999

Based on 1,347 vehicles

67.6%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Dangerous Defects

3.9%

Retest Rate

25.8%

1998

Based on 942 vehicles

89.6%Excellent

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Mileage at 10yr

125k mi

0

Based on 8,834 vehicles

73.1%Average

Volkswagen average: 85.7%

Mileage at 5yr

87k mi

Top MOT Failures — Volkswagen Lupo

The most common reasons a Volkswagen Lupo fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits

4.1%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

3.0%

Lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer

2.8%

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

2.6%

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

2.5%

Volkswagen Lupo Common Faults & Repair Costs

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92.3% pass rate

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88.2% pass rate

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92.9% pass rate

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93.5% pass rate

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75.0% pass rate

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60.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Volkswagen Lupo

Volkswagen Lupo — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Volkswagen Lupo MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Lupo?

The average MOT pass rate for the Volkswagen Lupo is 72.6% compared to the Volkswagen average of 85.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Volkswagen Lupo?

The most common MOT failures on the Volkswagen Lupo are: Emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits (4.1%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (3.0%), Lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer (2.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Volkswagen Lupo reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 72.6%, the Volkswagen Lupo is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Volkswagen Lupo?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Volkswagen Lupo?

Typical mileage for the Volkswagen Lupo: 176,530 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Lupo to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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