2002 Volkswagen Lupo 1.7L Diesel · AP02 AAX

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean pass in December 2023 at 76,990 miles. However, the maintenance trend reveals a period of neglect followed by reactive repairs. In the November 2023 test, just 14 miles prior, the car failed significantly on multiple brake-related defects, including deteriorated front hoses and a complete lack of rear braking effort. While the subsequent pass indicates these specific faults were rectified, the history suggests that the braking system was only addressed once it reached a failure state. The mileage profile is notably low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,200 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between June 2019 (71,245 miles) and December 2023 (76,990 miles), where the car covered only 5,745 miles over four years. This pattern of low-frequency use often leads to the degradation of rubber components and fluid seals, which is evidenced by the perishing tyre noted in 2018 and the deteriorated brake hoses found in 2023. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and fluid seals. The recurring reports of transmission and engine oil leaks between 2018 and 2019 require a check for active weeping which may have persisted or worsened. Given the 2019 failure for excessive emissions, the engine health should be monitored for signs of oil consumption or poor combustion. Additionally, the frayed offside front seat belt webbing noted in 2019 should be verified for structural integrity, as safety-critical interior items often suffer from age- on low-mileage vehicles.