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AO51 FUB

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Green Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

119,442 mi
Last recorded119,442 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 FUB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2015 119,442 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Aug 2014 113,785 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 113,784 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 108,195 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 102,381 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 90,107 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 81,198 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2007 65,898 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 65,898 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both front suspension wish bone bushes showin deterioration

Pass 23 Jun 2006 47,882 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 FUB is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Green with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FUB, 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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How do I check the history of AO51 FUB?

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What year was AO51 FUB registered?

AO51 FUB is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is AO51 FUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO51 FUB shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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