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BO51 APU

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

10,539 mi
Last recorded10,539 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBO51 APU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2016 10,539 miles

offside front tyre perished

offside rear tyre perished

underside components corroded not yet to excess

Fail 12 Dec 2016 10,539 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

offside front tyre perished

offside rear tyre perished

underside components corroded not yet to excess

Pass 14 Sep 2015 10,070 miles

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

all tyres perished not yet to excess

Pass 9 Oct 2014 9,866 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

front tyres perished

some underside components corroded

Pass 30 Sep 2013 9,635 miles

all tyres perished not yet to excess

brake fluid should be changed every 2 years

eml lamp lit

Fail 27 Sep 2013 9,634 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

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

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

all tyres perished not yet to excess

brake fluid should be changed every 2 years

eml lamp lit

Pass 21 Aug 2012 9,378 miles

Engine check lamp is on.

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

Wipers just clear screen.

Pass 22 Aug 2011 9,197 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 8,749 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 7,960 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 7,388 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 7,078 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 14 Sep 2006 6,580 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 5,991 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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BO51 APU is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BO51 APU, 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 BO51 APU registered?

BO51 APU is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 22 November 2001.

Is BO51 APU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BO51 APU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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