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AF51 DVO

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Silver Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

128,834 mi
Last recorded128,834 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF51 DVO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 128,834 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced in places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All in places (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 116,635 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all including front subframe and rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 109,145 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged both sides casing missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All including front subframe and rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 105,748 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources lamp corroded (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine/gearbox areas (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 103,203 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2021 103,199 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 34% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 101,572 miles

Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Unable to test rear seats/seat belts

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 96,187 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides top bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Seat belt buckle slightly damaged both rear seat buckles (7.1.2 (d))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2019 96,185 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides top bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Seat belt buckle slightly damaged both rear seat buckles (7.1.2 (d))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 86,555 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres and blocking (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 75,978 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes both sides (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyres deteriorated (cracking in side walls)

Fail 10 Nov 2017 75,977 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Side repeater incorrect colour both sides (1.4.A.2f)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes both sides (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front tyre worn on inside edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all tyres deteriorated (cracking in side walls)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 65,706 miles

Central Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear seat belt clasp cover broken

Fail 6 Dec 2016 65,706 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Central Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear seat belt clasp cover broken

Pass 10 Dec 2015 55,526 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

centre seat damaged

Fail 2 Dec 2015 55,526 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

centre seat damaged

Pass 13 Nov 2014 52,121 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE DETERIORATED/CRACKING ON TREAD TO OUTER SIDE WALL, KEEP A CHECK.

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2013 48,775 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front wipers slightly smearing

Pass 14 Nov 2012 45,798 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2012 45,668 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2011 41,841 miles

A few pin holes in pipe coming out of Cat, Seal holes, ok for MOT and secure. Recheck at next service or mot

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 38,639 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 38,639 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Both rear tyres are perished and tread is cracked the whole circumference of the tyres

Centre Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 35,187 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 31,077 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 26,865 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 22,525 miles

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

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

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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AF51 DVO is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Silver with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 AF51 DVO, 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.

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AF51 DVO is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 18 December 2001.

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