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EY51 OSJ

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

72,538 mi
Last recorded72,538 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY51 OSJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2016 72,538 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2015 72,507 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2014 72,090 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

centre exhaust clamps deteriorated

offside front tyre worn on inner edge only just legal

Fail 22 Nov 2014 72,002 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

centre exhaust clamps deteriorated

engine management light on

offside front tyre worn on inner edge only just legal

Pass 22 Nov 2013 71,032 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Inner Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 17 Nov 2012 64,581 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear coil springs corroding

Pass 17 Nov 2012 64,581 miles

Rear coil springs corroding

Pass 21 Nov 2011 58,177 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 53,118 miles

front discs poor

handbrake travel high

Pass 11 Nov 2009 48,963 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 48,963 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2008 46,447 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear tyres in poor condition

Pass 23 Nov 2007 43,058 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 39,384 miles

front pads lowish

rear brakes noisey

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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EY51 OSJ 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 EY51 OSJ, 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 EY51 OSJ registered?

EY51 OSJ is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is EY51 OSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY51 OSJ 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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