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AO51 FGC

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,437 mi
Last recorded94,437 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2014
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 FGC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2014 94,437 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2014 94,437 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 89,228 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 6 Jun 2013 89,228 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 84,236 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 70,672 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 58,756 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 51,384 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 43,629 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Dec 2007 36,433 miles

offside rear tyre under inflated

rear tyres cracking

Fail 7 Dec 2007 36,433 miles

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

offside rear tyre under inflated

rear tyres cracking

Pass 19 Dec 2006 28,995 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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AO51 FGC is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AO51 FGC, 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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What year was AO51 FGC registered?

AO51 FGC is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 24 October 2001.

Is AO51 FGC safe to buy?

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