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AP51 UBS

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

37,187 mi
Last recorded37,187 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 UBS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2016 37,187 miles

both front wishbone arm corroding and bushes weak

front and rear tyres wearing on tread pattern

rear brake on rear corroding

Fail 9 Nov 2016 37,187 miles

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

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

rear brake on rear corroding

both front wishbone arm corroding and bushes weak

front and rear tyres wearing on tread pattern

Pass 10 Nov 2015 29,219 miles

Front exhaust support broken. system still well supported

Fail 10 Nov 2015 29,219 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour nearside and offside (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer cv boot (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front exhaust support broken. system still well supported

Pass 7 Nov 2014 25,278 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 22,266 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 19,689 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2012 19,689 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 17,712 miles

both front brake discs corroded

Pass 1 Nov 2010 15,448 miles

front discs starting to corrode

Pass 9 Nov 2009 13,760 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2008 12,344 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 10,392 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 9,183 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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AP51 UBS is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AP51 UBS, 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 AP51 UBS registered?

AP51 UBS is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 9 November 2001.

Is AP51 UBS safe to buy?

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