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3257 R

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,001 mi
Last recorded83,001 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration3257 R
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 22 May 2025 83,001 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 79,268 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 75,801 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 72,035 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 68,536 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 66,602 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 62,393 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 57,850 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 53,738 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 50,021 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 45,432 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 41,325 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 37,840 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 33,856 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 29,584 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 23,485 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 18,529 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 13,537 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 9,442 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 6,352 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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3257 R is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Lupo models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 65,676 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 3257 R, 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 25 years old, this Volkswagen Lupo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 3257 R registered?

3257 R is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 9 July 2001.

Is 3257 R safe to buy?

The MOT history for 3257 R shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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