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EK51 BGO

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Yellow Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

73,324 mi
Last recorded73,324 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK51 BGO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2016 73,324 miles

Both front tyres on 2 mm

Pass 4 Nov 2015 70,675 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 69,477 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 64,971 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 Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 60,732 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2012 48,346 miles

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

eml light on

Fail 7 Apr 2012 48,346 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

eml light on

Pass 21 Aug 2010 44,330 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 42,456 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 24 Aug 2009 42,456 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 21 May 2008 40,390 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2007 37,666 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 33,981 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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EK51 BGO is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Yellow with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EK51 BGO, 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

How do I check the history of EK51 BGO?

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What year was EK51 BGO registered?

EK51 BGO is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 29 November 2001.

Is EK51 BGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK51 BGO shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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