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BU51 WWF

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

95,380 mi
Last recorded95,380 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 WWF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2016 95,380 miles

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

engine management warning lamp illuminated

Pass 6 Oct 2015 88,020 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 6 Oct 2015 88,020 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2014 76,219 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 72,704 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 72,704 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2012 65,468 miles

both rear shock absorber covers loose

Pass 30 Sep 2011 57,809 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 49,756 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 43,200 miles

o/s rear shock cover loose

Pass 20 Sep 2008 37,369 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 29,885 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 29,881 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 23,434 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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BU51 WWF is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Black 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 BU51 WWF, 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 BU51 WWF registered?

BU51 WWF is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 18 September 2001.

Is BU51 WWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 WWF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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