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BD51 TYZ

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

17,139 mi
Last recorded17,139 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2020
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD51 TYZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2020 17,139 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 14,006 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear mouting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2018 13,368 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2018 13,351 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed [tyre is 17yrs old] (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Nov 2017 12,705 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 11,953 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 11,320 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2015 11,301 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 10,581 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 9,892 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 9,155 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 8,428 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 8,407 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Engine management light on

Pass 15 Nov 2010 7,714 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 7,699 miles

Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 6,995 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 6,986 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2008 6,266 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Nov 2007 5,539 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 4,849 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 4,102 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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BD51 TYZ is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 BD51 TYZ, 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 BD51 TYZ registered?

BD51 TYZ is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 5 December 2001.

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The MOT history for BD51 TYZ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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