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AT51 BZB

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Black Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

123,236 mi
Last recorded123,236 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAT51 BZB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2017 123,236 miles

Oil leak ()

both front tyres worn smooth on inner edge

engine undertray loose fitting

slow to pass emissions test

Pass 15 Jul 2016 117,951 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 Jul 2016 117,945 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 113,149 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 11 Aug 2014 108,430 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 99,841 miles

Nearside rear wheel binding

Pass 2 Aug 2012 91,257 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 78,714 miles

front brake discs worn

rear bump stops torn

Pass 14 Jul 2010 62,754 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

vehicle has been lowered

Pass 11 Aug 2009 50,093 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 36,490 miles

nail in n/s/r tyre

rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 11 Sep 2007 22,721 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 17,301 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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AT51 BZB is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Black with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AT51 BZB, 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 AT51 BZB registered?

AT51 BZB is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is AT51 BZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AT51 BZB shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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